Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information
1. Introduction
Boot Camp Patent (operated by Waveform Holdings LLC) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our educational content and services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information from you in several ways:
- Email Address: When you sign up for our newsletter or courses, we collect your email address through Kit (ConvertKit), our email service provider.
- Usage Analytics: We automatically collect information about how you interact with our site, including pages visited, time spent, and browser type, using analytics tools.
- Session Data: We use sessionStorage to store your authentication status for the private preview password gate. This data is stored locally in your browser and does not leave your device.
- Account Information: If you purchase courses, we may collect information necessary to process your payment and provide course access.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Delivering course content and educational materials to you
- Sending you newsletter updates and educational information (via Kit/ConvertKit)
- Improving our website and course content based on usage patterns
- Processing course payments and managing your account
- Communicating with you about your account, orders, or responses to your inquiries
- Complying with legal obligations
4. Email Communications
We use Kit (ConvertKit) to manage our email communications. When you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address is stored with Kit to send you course information, educational content, and promotional materials. You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send you, or by contacting us at support@bootcamppatent.com. Unsubscribing will not affect your course access if you are a paid customer.
5. Data Storage and Security
Your data is handled by Kit (ConvertKit) for email management and stored on Netlify's servers where our website is hosted. Both services employ industry-standard security measures including encryption and secure data centers. While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We maintain reasonable security measures, but we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Kit (ConvertKit): For email newsletter management. Your email address will be shared with Kit to enable email communications. Please review Kit's privacy policy for information on how they handle your data.
- Netlify: For website hosting. Your browsing data may be subject to Netlify's privacy practices.
- Analytics Tools: We may use analytics services to understand how visitors use our site.
These third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information and use it only for the purposes specified in this policy.
7. Cookies and Tracking
Our site uses sessionStorage (not traditional cookies) to maintain your authentication status for the private preview password gate. This data is stored locally in your browser and is cleared when you close your browser. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes. Any analytics data collected is anonymized and used only to understand general site usage patterns.
8. Children's Privacy
Our educational content is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to us should contact us immediately at support@bootcamppatent.com.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@bootcamppatent.com.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. The "Effective Date" at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated. Your continued use of our site following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
- Email: support@bootcamppatent.com
- Company: Boot Camp Patent (Waveform Holdings LLC)