Last updated: April 28, 2026

Privacy Policy

We take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have — in plain language, not legalese.

This Privacy Policy applies to BuildADreamCourse and its AI assistant Budsy. By using our platform, you agree to the collection and use of information described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the service.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information

When you register for an account, we collect your name, email address, and password. We may also collect optional profile information such as your professional background and interests to personalize your experience.

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you interact with our platform, including pages visited, features used, time spent, business paths selected, and milestones completed. This data helps us improve the product and Budsy AI's guidance.

Content You Create

Course outlines, scripts, brand assets, and other materials generated or uploaded on the platform are stored to provide you the service. This content remains yours — see Section 5 for details.

Payment Information

Payment transactions are processed by third-party payment processors. We do not store full credit card numbers. We retain transaction records (amount, date, plan) for billing and support purposes.

Device & Technical Data

We collect IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers to secure your account and diagnose technical issues.

2. How We Use Your Information

To Provide the Service

We use your data to operate your account, deliver AI-generated content, track your milestone progress, and process payments.

To Improve Budsy AI

Anonymized and aggregated usage data helps us train and refine Budsy's recommendations so every user gets better guidance over time. We do not use your personal content to train AI models without your explicit consent.

To Communicate With You

We send transactional emails (account confirmation, password reset, receipts) and, if you opt in, product updates and tips. You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.

To Ensure Security

We analyze activity patterns to detect fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access, and to protect both our platform and your account.

3. Sharing Your Information

We Do Not Sell Your Data

We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Service Providers

We share data with trusted vendors who help us operate the platform — cloud hosting (AWS), payment processing (Stripe), email delivery (SendGrid), and analytics (privacy-respecting tools only). All vendors are contractually bound to protect your data.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government authority, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of BuildADreamCourse, our users, or the public.

Business Transfers

If BuildADreamCourse is acquired or merged, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4. Cookies & Tracking

Essential Cookies

Required for authentication and core platform functionality. These cannot be disabled without breaking the service.

Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how users navigate the platform and which features are most valuable. We use privacy-respecting analytics that do not build cross-site profiles.

Your Choices

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling non-essential cookies may affect some features.

5. Your Content & Intellectual Property

You Own What You Create

All course materials, outlines, scripts, brand assets, and other content you produce on the platform are your intellectual property. We claim no ownership over your creations.

License to Operate

You grant BuildADreamCourse a limited, non-exclusive license to store, display, and process your content solely for the purpose of providing the service to you.

Data Portability

You can export your content at any time from your account settings. Exported files are provided in common formats (PDF, DOCX, or plain text).

6. Data Retention & Deletion

Active Accounts

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the service.

Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time from Settings. Upon deletion, your personal data and content are removed from our active systems within 30 days. Anonymized aggregate data and legally required transaction records may be retained longer.

Backups

Deleted data may persist in encrypted backups for up to 90 days before being permanently purged.

7. Security

How We Protect Your Data

We use industry-standard encryption (TLS in transit, AES-256 at rest), access controls, and regular security audits. Passwords are hashed using bcrypt and never stored in plain text.

Your Responsibility

Use a strong, unique password and do not share your account credentials. Notify us immediately at security@buildadreamcourse.com if you suspect unauthorized access.

8. Your Rights

Access & Correction

You can view and update your account information at any time from your profile settings.

Data Portability

Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you by contacting privacy@buildadreamcourse.com.

Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data. Some data may be retained for legal or legitimate business reasons as described in Section 6.

Marketing Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in any email, or toggle off email preferences in your account settings.

GDPR / CCPA

If you are in the EU or California, you have additional rights under GDPR and CCPA respectively. Contact us at privacy@buildadreamcourse.com to exercise these rights.

9. Children's Privacy

Age Requirement

BuildADreamCourse is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 16. If we become aware that a child under 16 has provided personal data, we will delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a prominent notice on the platform at least 14 days before the change takes effect. Continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

Privacy Questions

For any privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, contact us at privacy@buildadreamcourse.com or write to: BuildADreamCourse, Privacy Team, [Company Address]. We respond to all requests within 30 days.

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