Privacy Policy

Introduction

Solar Momentum Culinary Academy ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website solar-momentum.com or enroll in our traditional Malaysian cooking courses.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Register for cooking courses
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us through our contact form
• Participate in surveys or promotions
• Create an account on our website

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email, phone number, address)
• Payment information for course enrollment
• Dietary restrictions and allergies
• Cooking experience level
• Communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website information

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our cooking courses and services
• Processing course registrations and payments
• Sending newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Responding to your inquiries and customer service requests
• Improving our website and course offerings
• Ensuring dietary restrictions and allergies are accommodated in classes
• Complying with legal obligations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Payment processing
• Email marketing services
• Website analytics
• Customer support services

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Court orders or legal processes
• Government requests
• Protection of our rights and safety
• Investigation of fraud or other illegal activities

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers and databases
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to personal information
• Employee training on data protection

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. For detailed information about our cookie practices, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction

You can request access to and correction of your personal information by contacting us.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations.

Marketing Communications

You can unsubscribe from our marketing communications at any time by:

• Clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails
• Contacting us directly
• Updating your preferences in your account settings

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Course-related information may be retained for record-keeping and certification purposes.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Malaysia. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and provide adequate protection for your personal information.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending an email notification (if you have subscribed to our newsletter)
• Displaying a notice on our website

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Malaysia. Any disputes arising from this policy will be subject to the jurisdiction of Malaysian courts.