Effective Date: October 1, 2025Ancient Courtyard (“we,” “our,” “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. By booking or using our services, you agree to the practices described here.All services and data handling are provided in good faith and to the best of our ability. We make reasonable efforts to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security or control over third-party systems.1. Information We CollectWe may collect the following information when you book or use our services:Contact details: Name, email address, phone number (if provided).Booking details: Service type, schedule, and notes shared during intake.Payment information: Processed securely by Stripe. We do not store credit card numbers.Work documents: Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, ad copy drafts, or other files you share.Recordings: Only with your verbal or written consent (before, during, or after a session).2. How We Use Your InformationYour information is used solely for:Delivering the services you book (resume work, consulting, copywriting, mock interviews, etc.).Processing payments through Stripe.Communicating with you about bookings, deliverables, or revisions.With your consent, using anonymized outcomes or recordings for portfolio or marketing.We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data with third parties.3. ConfidentialityAll client-provided materials are treated as confidential.Identifiable details (names, emails, phone numbers, employers, schools, etc.) are never disclosed.Any portfolio mentions are anonymized unless you provide explicit permission.4. Recordings & ConsentRecordings are made only with your consent, given verbally (and captured at the start of the session) or in writing/email.Recordings are for your personal review unless you give separate written consent for marketing use.If consent is not granted, no recording will be stored or shared.5. Payments & RefundsPayments are processed securely by Stripe in USD. International clients may incur exchange or bank fees, which are not our responsibility.All sales are final. Partial refunds or credits may be offered at our discretion (see Terms & Policies).6. Third-Party Services & SecurityWe rely on reputable third-party platforms:Carrd (website hosting)Cal.com (scheduling)Stripe (payments)Zoom/Google Meet (video calls)Google (email, file storage)Each has its own privacy and security policies. While we choose reliable providers and handle data responsibly, we do not own or control these platforms. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security, uptime, or prevention of breaches on their systems. By using our services, you acknowledge and accept this limitation.7. Cookies & AnalyticsCurrently, no cookies or third-party analytics tools are used.If this changes, the Privacy Policy will be updated, and opt-out options may be provided where required.8. Your RightsDepending on your location (e.g., EU/UK GDPR, California CCPA), you may have rights such as:Access to data we hold about you.Correction of inaccurate information.Deletion of your data (subject to legal/tax obligations).Withdrawal of consent (for recordings/marketing use).Requests can be made by contacting [email protected]
. We will comply to the best of our ability within applicable law.9. Data RetentionClient files (resumes, drafts, notes) are generally retained for up to 30 days after project completion, then may be permanently deleted.Payment and invoice records may be retained longer as required by tax or financial laws.We cannot guarantee indefinite storage or retrieval of files once deleted.10. No Guarantee & Limitation of LiabilityAll services, communications, and data handling are provided in good faith and to the best of our ability.Outcomes (job placement, interviews, business results, ad performance) vary based on many factors outside our control.Ancient Courtyard is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including lost opportunities or unmet expectations.To the fullest extent permitted by law, liability is limited to the amount paid for the service in question.11. Changes to This PolicyThis Privacy Policy may be updated at any time. The Effective Date above shows the latest version. It is your responsibility to review this page for updates.12. ContactFor questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
📧 [email protected]📍 California, United States