Master the Art of Cooking

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Cooking Champions website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.

2. Service Description

Cooking Champions provides culinary education services including cooking classes, workshops, certification programs, and related educational materials. Our services are designed for educational and skill development purposes.

3. User Responsibilities

Users must provide accurate contact information, attend scheduled classes punctually, follow safety protocols in kitchen environments, and treat instructors and fellow students with respect.

4. Payment and Refunds

Full payment is required upon registration. Cancellations made 48 hours before class start date are eligible for full refund. We offer a satisfaction guarantee - if you're not completely satisfied with your first class, we'll provide a full refund.

5. Intellectual Property

All course materials, recipes, techniques, and content provided by Cooking Champions are protected by intellectual property rights. Students may use materials for personal use but may not redistribute or commercialize without written permission.

6. Limitation of Liability

Cooking Champions shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from use of our services. Our liability is limited to the amount paid for services.

7. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

Last updated: December 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information you provide directly (name, email, phone number), automatically collected information (cookies, usage data), and information from third parties when you interact with our social media or partner sites.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to provide and improve our services, communicate about classes and programs, process payments and registrations, send marketing communications (with consent), and comply with legal obligations.

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell personal information. We may share data with service providers (payment processors, email services), for legal compliance, business transfers, or with your explicit consent.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted data transmission, secure servers, regular security audits, and restricted access to personal information.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, delete, or export your personal data. You may also withdraw consent for marketing communications and request data portability.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Student records are maintained for 7 years.

7. Contact Information

For privacy concerns or requests, contact us at: [email protected] or +1 (312) 555-7843.

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 by remembering your preferences and analyzing site usage.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality, cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site to improve performance.

Marketing Cookies: Used to display relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings for enhanced experience.

3. Cookie Duration

Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings, our cookie preference center, or by contacting us directly. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services (Google Analytics, social media platforms). These are governed by their respective privacy policies.

6. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this cookie policy to reflect changes in technology or regulations. Check this page regularly for updates.

Last updated: December 2024

1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on: Consent (marketing communications), Contract performance (service delivery), Legal obligation (record keeping), and Legitimate interest (service improvement).

2. Your GDPR Rights

Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data.

Right of Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data.

Right of Erasure: Request deletion of your personal 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.

3. Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at: [email protected]

4. Data Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards through adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, or certification schemes.

5. Automated Decision Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that significantly affects you. Any automated processing is subject to human oversight.

6. Breach Notification

In case of a data breach affecting your rights and freedoms, we will notify you within 72 hours and provide guidance on protective measures.

7. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe we've violated your privacy rights.

Last updated: December 2024

1. Copyright Policy

Cooking Champions respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. We will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices and may terminate accounts of repeat infringers.

2. Filing a DMCA Notice

To file a copyright infringement notice, include:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Identification of the infringing material and its location
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• A statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate

3. Counter-Notification

If you believe material was wrongly removed, you may file a counter-notification including your signature, identification of removed material, consent to jurisdiction, and a statement under penalty of perjury.

4. Designated Agent

Send DMCA notices to our designated agent:

DMCA Agent
Cooking Champions
1847 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Email: [email protected]

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

We maintain a policy of terminating accounts of users who are repeat infringers of intellectual property rights.

6. Educational Use

Our culinary education materials are protected by copyright. Students may use materials for personal education but may not redistribute without permission.

Last updated: December 2024