Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Stage Hypnosis University ("we," "us," or "our") is operated by Michael C. Anthony Enterprises Inc. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

It applies to your use of, and purchases made through, the Stage Hypnosis University website, checkout, and online training platform (the "Service") — including our curriculum, subscriptions, and one-on-one mentoring programs.

Your purchases, subscriptions, refunds, and other purchase terms are governed by our separate Terms & Conditions. By using the Service or purchasing our products, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Information you provide to us. When you create an account, make a purchase, book a coaching call, or contact us, you may provide your name, email address, billing address, phone number, and payment details.
• Information collected automatically. When you use the Service, we may automatically collect your IP address, browser type, device information, the pages you view, and how you interact with our content, including through cookies and similar technologies.
• Training activity. We record your progress through training videos and materials so we can save your place and provide access to what you have purchased.

3. Payment Information

Payments are processed by third-party payment providers (such as Stripe and PayPal). Your full payment-card details are collected and handled directly by these providers under their own security standards and privacy policies. We do not store your complete card number on our systems. Subscription payments recur automatically until cancelled, as described in our Terms & Conditions.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process your orders and provide access to the products, subscriptions, and coaching you purchase;
• Create and maintain your account and, where applicable, schedule your mentoring sessions;
• Communicate with you about your purchase, account, or support requests;
• Send you updates, offers, and marketing communications (which you can opt out of at any time);
• Operate, maintain, and improve the Service;
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or security issues;
• Comply with our legal obligations.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you logged in, remember your preferences, understand how the Service is used, and support our marketing. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect how the Service works.

6. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:

• Service providers who help us operate the Service — including payment processors, email and communication providers, analytics providers, and our video-hosting provider;
• Legal and safety purposes — when required by law, to enforce our terms, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others;
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case we will take steps to protect your information.

7. Third-Party Services and Links

The Service relies on trusted third parties to function — including our payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), our video-hosting provider (Vimeo), and our email and analytics providers. These providers process certain information on our behalf and are bound by their own privacy and security obligations.

Our Service may also contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service, and thereafter as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

9. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, update, or delete the personal information we hold about you, to object to or restrict certain processing, and to opt out of marketing communications. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We will respond consistent with applicable law, including the GDPR and the CCPA where they apply.

11. Marketing Communications

You can opt out of promotional emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any such email or by contacting us. Even if you opt out of marketing, we may still send you non-promotional messages about your purchase, account, or support requests.

12. Children's Privacy

The Service is intended for adults and is not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

13. International Users

We are based in the United States, and your information may be processed and stored in the United States or in other countries where we or our service providers operate. By using the Service, you understand that your information may be transferred to countries that may have different data-protection laws than those of your own country.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Effective date" shown above. Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, contact us at support@stagehypnosisuniversity.com.