Master Professional Interior Design

Terms of Service for Refined Spaces Design Courses

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Refined Spaces Design Courses website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

2. Course Enrollment and Access

Upon enrollment, you will receive access to course materials for the duration specified in your course package. Lifetime access courses remain available as long as the platform operates.

3. Payment Terms

All course fees must be paid in full before access is granted unless otherwise specified in a payment plan agreement. Refunds are available within 30 days of purchase if less than 25% of course content has been accessed.

4. Intellectual Property

All course materials, including videos, documents, and resources, are protected by copyright and remain the property of Refined Spaces Design Courses. Students may not redistribute or resell course content.

5. Student Conduct

Students are expected to maintain professional conduct in all course interactions, forums, and communications. Harassment, plagiarism, or inappropriate behavior may result in course removal without refund.

6. Limitation of Liability

Refined Spaces Design Courses provides educational content and cannot guarantee specific career outcomes or income levels. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from course participation.

7. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Students will be notified of significant changes via email or platform notifications.

Privacy Policy for Refined Spaces Design Courses

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information you provide directly, such as name, email, phone number, and payment details. We also collect usage data through cookies and analytics tools to improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide access to purchased courses and materials
• Send course updates and educational content
• Process payments and manage accounts
• Improve our platform and user experience
• Respond to customer service inquiries

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data with service providers who assist in platform operations, always under strict confidentiality agreements.

4. Data Security

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

5. Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request data deletion
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications
• Data portability

6. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, contact us at [email protected] or write to our data protection officer at the address listed in our contact section.

Cookie Policy for Refined Spaces Design Courses

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 how our site is used.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for basic site functionality, including user authentication, security, and core platform features. These cannot be disabled.

Performance Cookies

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous usage statistics and identifying popular content areas.

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and settings to provide personalized experiences, such as language preferences and course progress.

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns across different platforms.

3. Managing Cookies

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Our site may include cookies from third-party services like Google Analytics, payment processors, and social media platforms. These are governed by their respective privacy policies.

5. Cookie Retention

Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until their expiration date or when manually deleted. Most of our cookies expire within 1-2 years.

Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Policy Statement

Refined Spaces Design Courses respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act and will respond to valid copyright infringement notices.

2. Copyright Infringement Notification

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without permission, please provide our designated agent with the following information:

• Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of the allegedly infringing material on our platform
• Your contact information (address, phone number, email)
• Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• Statement of accuracy and authority to act on behalf of copyright owner

3. Designated Copyright Agent

DMCA notices should be sent to:

Copyright Agent
Refined Spaces Design Courses
2847 Broadway Street
New York, NY 10025
Email: [email protected]

4. Counter-Notification Process

If you believe material was removed due to mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification containing your contact information, identification of removed material, and a statement of good faith belief.

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

We will terminate accounts of users who are determined to be repeat infringers in accordance with applicable law and our terms of service.

6. Educational Use

Our course materials may include copyrighted content used under fair use provisions for educational purposes. All such usage complies with applicable copyright law and educational exemptions.

GDPR Compliance Documentation

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Contract: Processing necessary for course delivery and account management
• Consent: Marketing communications and non-essential cookies
• Legitimate Interest: Platform security and service improvement

2. Your Rights Under GDPR

• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Rights Related to Automated Decision Making: Opt out of automated profiling

3. Data Protection Measures

• SSL encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Staff training on data protection principles
• Data minimization and purpose limitation
• Secure data backup and recovery procedures

4. Data Retention Periods

• Student account data: Retained for 7 years after course completion
• Marketing data: Until consent is withdrawn
• Financial records: 10 years as required by law
• Website analytics: 26 months maximum

5. International Data Transfers

When transferring data outside the EU, we ensure adequate protection through approved mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

6. Data Breach Notification

In case of a data breach, we will notify the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours and inform affected individuals if there is a high risk to their rights and freedoms.

7. Contact Our Data Protection Officer

Data Protection Officer
Refined Spaces Design Courses
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (212) 847-9263