PRIVACY POLICY
HOW WE USE & STORE YOUR DATA
HOW WE USE & STORE YOUR DATA
1. Introduction
In plain English: We respect your privacy and want you to know what data we collect, why, and how we use it.
This Privacy Policy explains how PHUELED LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you use Build Yard Labs — including our main website (https://www.buildyardlabs.com), all subdomains (e.g., community.buildyardlabs.com, courses.buildyardlabs.com), and any related online tools or services (collectively, the “Services”).
By accessing or using Build Yard Labs, you agree to this Policy.
2. Information We Collect
In plain English: We collect basic info to run your account, process payments, and improve our services.
We may collect:
Personal information: name, email address, billing details, and password.
Payment information: through third-party processors such as Stripe (we don’t store full card numbers ourselves).
Community activity: posts, comments, uploads, and profile information you choose to share.
Usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time on site.
Cookies & tracking data: through Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, and similar tools to help us understand how people use our platform.
3. How We Use Your Information
In plain English: We use your data to provide a better experience and communicate with you.
We use the information we collect to:
Create and manage your account and membership.
Process payments and send receipts.
Deliver course content, updates, and community access.
Send marketing emails and newsletters you’ve opted into (via ActiveCampaign, Klaviyo, or Go High Level).
Improve our website, courses, and communications through analytics data.
Provide customer support and respond to inquiries.
Share anonymized screenshots or testimonials (with sensitive information removed) to showcase member success stories.
You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of any email.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
In plain English: We use cookies to make our site work better and measure what’s working.
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Keep you logged in and remember preferences.
Analyze traffic and performance with Google Analytics.
Measure ad performance through Meta Pixel and other marketing tools.
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly if you disable them.
5. Third-Party Tools & Integrations
In plain English: We work with trusted partners to process payments and run our platform.
We may share necessary information with the following third parties to operate Build Yard Labs:
Stripe (for payment processing)
Mighty Networks (for community hosting)
Google Analytics (for site insights)
Meta Platforms (for advertising pixels and retargeting)
ActiveCampaign, Klaviyo, or Go High Level (for email marketing and automations)
Each of these services has its own privacy policy and data-protection practices.
6. User-Generated Content
In plain English: What you share in the community is visible to other members.
Any content you post (e.g., comments, questions, uploads) within the Build Yard Labs community is visible to other members. Do not post anything you consider private or confidential. We moderate content to maintain a safe environment but are not responsible for what others do with information you choose to share publicly.
7. Testimonials & Marketing Use
In plain English: We may use screenshots or quotes responsibly to celebrate our members.
We may share member comments, feedback, or success stories in our marketing materials (including social media and websites). When we do:
We remove or blur personal or business identifiers unless you give explicit permission.
We will never publish proprietary ideas or confidential content without consent.
8. Data Retention & Deletion
In plain English: We keep your data only as long as we need to.
We retain account information as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period after to maintain records and comply with legal obligations. You may request to delete your data by contacting us at support@buildyardlabs.com, and we’ll delete it unless we are required to keep it for legitimate business or legal reasons.
9. Children’s Privacy
In plain English: Our content is for adults only.
Build Yard Labs is intended for individuals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that we have collected such information, we’ll delete it promptly.
10. International Users & Data Transfers
In plain English: If you’re outside the U.S., your data may be stored here.
Our servers and partners are based in the United States. By using Build Yard Labs, you consent to the transfer and storage of your information in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.
11. Your Rights & Choices
In plain English: You can control your information.
You have the right to:
Access and update your personal data.
Opt out of marketing emails.
Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements).
12. Data Security
In plain English: We work hard to protect your information.
We use industry-standard security measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please keep your login credentials safe.
13. Changes to This Policy
In plain English: We’ll let you know if we update this policy.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. When we do, we’ll post the updated version on our website and update the “Last updated” date above. Significant changes may be announced by email or on the platform.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact us at:
📧 support@buildyardlabs.com
🏢 PHUELED LLC — Los Angeles County, California, USA
15. Live Calls & Recordings
In plain English: Our group calls may be recorded, and by joining, you consent to being included.
We host live calls, workshops, and Q&A sessions as part of the Build Yard Labs experience. These sessions may be recorded for educational and quality purposes and made available for replay to current or future members.
By participating in a live call (audio, video, or chat), you agree that:
Your voice, name, image, and any comments or questions you share during the call may be recorded.
These recordings may be shared within the Build Yard Labs community or course platform only (never publicly without consent).
We may use short excerpts or anonymized clips from these recordings for marketing or educational purposes, but we’ll remove or obscure identifying details unless we have your explicit written permission.
If you prefer not to appear in recordings, you may choose to keep your camera off and avoid sharing identifying information during the session.
By using Build Yard Labs, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
By using Build Yard Labs, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
