Master Professional Design Skills That Transform Careers

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing Professional Design Works courses, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

2. Course Access and Usage

Upon enrollment, you receive a non-transferable license to access course materials for personal educational use only. Sharing login credentials or course content is strictly prohibited.

3. Payment Terms

Course fees are due upon enrollment. We accept major credit cards and PayPal. All sales are final unless covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee.

4. Intellectual Property

All course content, including videos, texts, and materials, are protected by copyright and owned by Professional Design Works. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.

5. Student Conduct

Students must maintain respectful behavior in all course interactions and community forums. Harassment, spam, or inappropriate content will result in immediate termination.

6. Limitation of Liability

Professional Design Works shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from course participation or career outcomes.

7. Course Completion and Certificates

Certificates are awarded upon successful completion of all course requirements. Certificates represent course completion, not professional certification or licensure.

8. Refund Policy

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee from the date of enrollment. Refund requests must be submitted in writing with reason for dissatisfaction.

9. Privacy and Data Protection

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy for details on data collection, use, and protection practices.

10. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of New York State. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of New York County, New York.

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information you provide during enrollment, including name, email, phone number, and payment details. We also collect usage data to improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to provide course access, process payments, send course updates, provide customer support, and improve our educational services.

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties except as necessary to provide our services (payment processing, email delivery) or as required by law.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Email Communications

We send course-related emails and, with your consent, marketing communications. You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the link provided.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. Course progress data is maintained for your lifetime access benefit.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. Contact us at [email protected] for data requests.

9. Third-Party Services

Our platform integrates with third-party services (payment processors, video hosting, analytics). These services have their own privacy policies governing data handling.

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated via email or website notice.

Contact Information: For privacy concerns, email [email protected] or call +1 (212) 847-3952.

Last Updated: December 2024

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and analyze site performance.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for basic site functionality, including login sessions, course progress tracking, and security features. These cannot be disabled.

Performance Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our site by collecting anonymous information about page views, time spent, and navigation patterns.

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and settings to provide a personalized experience, such as language selection and course bookmarks.

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing campaign effectiveness. These cookies may track your browsing across websites.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We use services like Google Analytics, YouTube (for video hosting), and social media platforms that may set their own cookies governed by their privacy policies.

4. Cookie Management

You can control cookie preferences through:

• Browser settings to block or delete cookies
• Our cookie consent banner when first visiting
• Opt-out tools provided by advertising networks

5. Impact of Blocking Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality, including course progress tracking, personalized recommendations, and login persistence.

6. Cookie Retention

Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until their expiration date or until you delete them manually.

7. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this policy when we implement new technologies or change our practices. Check this page regularly for updates.

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Copyright Protection

Professional Design Works respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). We protect original content and respond to valid copyright claims.

2. Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without permission on our platform, please provide the following information:

• Your contact information (name, address, phone, email)
• Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of the allegedly infringing material on our site
• Statement of good faith belief that use is unauthorized
• Statement that information is accurate and you're authorized to act
• Your physical or electronic signature

3. DMCA Notice Submission

Send DMCA notices to our designated agent:

Email: [email protected]
Address: Professional Design Works LLC
2847 Broadway Suite 301
New York, NY 10025
United States

4. Counter-Notification Process

If you believe content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification containing:

• Your contact information
• Identification of removed material and its location
• Statement under penalty of perjury that removal was a mistake
• Consent to jurisdiction of federal court
• Your physical or electronic signature

5. Response Process

We will:

• Remove or disable access to allegedly infringing material promptly
• Notify the content provider of the removal
• Terminate accounts of repeat infringers
• Restore content if valid counter-notification received

6. False Claims

Submitting false DMCA claims may result in legal liability for damages, including attorney fees. Ensure claims are made in good faith.

7. Educational Use and Fair Use

Our courses may include copyrighted material under fair use provisions for educational purposes. Such use is transformative and does not substitute for original works.

8. Student-Created Content

Students retain ownership of their original work created during courses. By submitting work for review or portfolio purposes, students grant limited license for educational use.

9. Repeat Infringer Policy

Accounts that receive multiple valid DMCA notices will be terminated. We maintain records of copyright infringement claims for enforcement purposes.

10. Contact Information

For questions about this DMCA policy or to report copyright infringement, contact our DMCA agent at [email protected] or +1 (212) 847-3952.

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights:

• Right to Information: Know how your data is processed
• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Transfer your data to another service
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

2. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Contract Performance: To provide educational services
• Legitimate Interest: To improve services and prevent fraud
• Consent: For marketing communications and optional features
• Legal Obligation: To comply with tax and financial regulations

3. Data Processing Activities

Student Registration and Course Access

We process name, email, payment information to provide course access and track progress. Data is retained for the duration of your lifetime access.

Marketing and Communications

With your consent, we send promotional emails about new courses and offers. You can withdraw consent anytime via unsubscribe links.

Analytics and Service Improvement

We analyze usage patterns to improve course content and user experience. This includes anonymized data about course completion rates and user engagement.

4. Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to countries outside the EU for processing by our service providers. We ensure adequate protection through:

• EU-US Privacy Framework compliance
• Standard Contractual Clauses
• Adequacy decisions by the European Commission

5. Data Retention Periods

• Course Data: Lifetime access (until account deletion)
• Payment Records: 7 years for tax compliance
• Marketing Consent: Until withdrawn or 3 years of inactivity
• Support Communications: 3 years after last contact

6. Data Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and employee training
• Incident response procedures
• Regular backups with encryption

7. Cookie Consent and Management

We obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies and provide granular control over cookie preferences. Essential cookies required for service functionality are exempt from consent requirements.

8. Children's Data Protection

Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data immediately.

9. Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: [email protected]
Address: Professional Design Works LLC
2847 Broadway Suite 301
New York, NY 10025
United States

10. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated. Contact your local data protection authority or the lead supervisory authority where we operate.

11. Automated Decision Making

We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects or significantly affects you. Course recommendations are provided with human oversight.

12. Data Breach Notification

In case of a data breach affecting your rights and freedoms, we will notify you within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach, along with details about the incident and measures taken.

Last Updated: December 2024