Powerhouse Code Privacy Policy
At Powerhouse Code, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you interact with our website(s), sign up for our resources, or use our services. We are committed to safeguarding your personal information and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using our website and purchasing our (digital) products and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please stop using our site(s), products and services immediately and contact us at info@thepowerhousecode.com with any concerns.
1. Who we are
Powerhouse Code is a company registered in the Netherlands, part of the European Economic Area “EEA”, and is governed by the EU General Data Protection Regulations (EU GDPR). We act as the data controller for personal data collected through our websites www.thepowerhousecode.com and powerhousecode.systeme.io as well as our social media accounts. In this privacy policy Powerhouse Code is referred to as “we”, “us” or “our”.
2. Data We Collect and Use
2.1 Personal Data You Provide
We collect personal data when you voluntarily:
Sign up for newsletters or opt-in for free resources and lists.
Register for classes, programs, or events.
Purchase programs, products or services.
Submit inquiries through our website or social media.
Leave comments or content on our social media platforms.
Fill out any type of form on our websites or landing pages related to our websites.
Contact Powerhouse Code via info@thepowerhousecode.com or newsletter@thepowerhousecode.com.
This data may include:
Name, email address, postal address and phone number
Account information (e.g., username, profile picture, or social media ID).
Technical information, e.g. screen/user name, IP address, browser and device data, information collected through cookies, pixel tags and other technologies, server log file data, app usage data and location data
Preferences (e.g. shopping habits, preferred educational courses)
2.2 Data Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we collect technical data to improve our services, including:
IP address and browser type.
Device and operating system information.
Pages visited and actions taken (via cookies and tracking technologies).
2.3 Data from Third Parties
We may receive data about you including names, email addresses, and shipping information from trusted third-party platforms such as Systeme.io or social media platforms if you interact with us through these channels.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience:
Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage (e.g., Google Analytics).
Marketing Cookies: Deliver personalized ads and promotions.
We may also use “cookies” to analyse website and advertisement performance, track user patterns, save information from your previous visits and customize your experience. If your browser sends a “Do Not Track” signal, only a generic cookie will be placed on your device while the website is accessed. We will ask for your consent to allow us to use cookies.
You can manage your cookie preferences using the banner on our website or by adjusting your browser settings.
Powerhouse Code’s systems may also automatically gather information about the areas you visit and search terms you use on this website and about the links you may select from within this website to other areas of the Internet via Google Analytics, GoogleAds, Google Tag Manager, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Pixel.
4. How We Use Your Data
At Powerhouse Code, We respects the privacy of our members and visitors and will never sell, trade or transfer your personally identifiable information to third parties outside of the Powerhouse Code group without your prior consent, beyond where it is necessary for the basic functionality of an online service or to process and fulfil an online order or transaction. We use your personal data for the following purposes:
Provide access to free resources, programs, (digital) products, services and newsletters.
Process payments securely.
Fulfill orders; delivering (digital) products or services.
Analyze website usage and improve our offerings.
Communicate updates, promotions, and other information (with your consent).
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
Comply with legal obligations, such as fraud prevention.
In order to process an order, we may be required to share your name and other personally identifiable details with our third-party suppliers, such as credit card processors, shipping companies, and any other third party we may use to fulfill our services to you from time to time.
We reserve the right to transfer personal information in the event that we merge with or are acquired by a third party. We also may disclose your personal information for any other purpose permitted by law or to which you consent. We will not share your personal information with any other third party.
We do not sell or rent your personal data. Third-party access is limited to service providers necessary to fulfill our services.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
There are certain circumstances where we process your personal data for our legitimate business interests. We process your personal data based on the following grounds:
Consent: For newsletters, free resources, and marketing communications.
Contract: To deliver purchased products or services.
Legal Obligation: For tax reporting and fraud detection & prevention.
Legitimate Interests:
To improve user experience and secure our services.
Engaging and contacting you throughout the lifecycle of your account to ensure you have a good experience as a Powerhouse Code client.
Undertaking market research, product development and statistical purposes
Sharing data with selected third parties in order to add value to our products.
Internally auditing our processes to maintain our high standards
6. Retention of data
Your personal data will be kept for as long as we require it in order to provide you with the agreed product(s) or service(s). It will continue to be retained after any account, policy or service has been closed or otherwise come to an end in line with our legal and regulatory requirements, this information is used for reporting/ tending within the business.
7. Use and Transfer of Data Outside the EEA
We may be required to share your personal information with third party entities outside of the EEA, including the United States of America, for the purposes of operating our website and to fulfil orders and transactions. By using this website, participating in or purchasing any of our (digital) products or services, and/or providing your information, you consent to this transfer.
We may also share Personal Data as we believe to be necessary:
(a) under applicable law;
(b) to comply with legal process
(c) to respond to requests from public and government authorities including public and government authorities outside your country of residence;
(d) to enforce our terms and conditions or a contract;
(e) to protect our operations;
(f) to protect our rights, privacy, safety or property, and/or that of our affiliates, you or others; and
(g) to allow us to pursue available remedies or limit the damages that we may sustain.
8. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure: Request the deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
Objection: Opt-out of certain types of data processing.
Portability: Transfer your data to another provider.
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@thepowerhousecode.com to make a ‘Subject Access Request’, or SAR. Please provide:
Your name
Your address
What information you would like.
Identification documents: one which shows your name and signature (e.g. a copy of your passport) and one which shows your Name and Address (e.g. a copy of a recent bill or bank statement or other official document). We will accept just one identification document if it shows your name, address and signature such as a copy of your driving licence (This is to take reasonable steps to confirm your identity before providing you with details of any personal information we may hold about you).
9. Marketing Communications
By opting in to receive free resources, you agree to be added to our newsletter list. You can unsubscribe at any time by:
Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails
Contacting us at newsletter@thepowerhousecode.com
10. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data, including:
Data encryption and secure servers.
Access controls to limit internal access to personal data.
Regular security audits and updates.
Despite these measures, no system is 100% secure. If you suspect unauthorized access, contact us immediately.
11. Data on Minors
Our website, product and services are not intended for children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect their data. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, contact us at info@thepowerhousecode.com, and we will take appropriate action.
12. Third-Party Privacy Policies
Our Privacy Policy does not apply to third-parties or websites. Please refer to their privacy policies for more information about how they handle your data.
13. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. If significant changes are made, we will notify you via email. We will not provide notice of any minor updates, and acknowledge it is your responsibility to read any updated version(s), and that you agree to be bound by the most updated versions of this Policy. Your first use of our website after the date of any non-material amendments or alterations will constitute your acceptance of such changes; therefore, we recommend reviewing this policy regularly to stay updated on any changes made.
14. Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions or need assistance, contact us at:
Email: info@thepowerhousecode.com
We value your trust and are committed to safeguarding your personal data.