Privacy Policy – Online Jewelry Laser Engraving Training Course

Last Updated: 20.January.2026

Stones and Findings Inc. (“Stones and Findings,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our customers, students, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, protect, and retain personal information when you register for and participate in the Online Jewelry Laser Engraving Training Course and when you interact with our website.

This Privacy Policy applies to all Participants, customers, visitors, and users of our website and Program.

By accessing the Program or providing personal information to us, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Legal Basis & Compliance

Stones and Findings Inc. operates in Ontario, Canada and complies with applicable privacy laws including:

Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Relevant provincial privacy laws
Applicable international standards for users outside Canada

If you are located outside Canada, your personal information may be processed and stored in Canada, and you consent to this transfer.

2. What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you visit our website, purchase the Program, or interact with us:

A. Information You Provide

Name
Email address
Phone number (if provided)
Billing and shipping address
Payment method details (processed securely by third-party payment processors – we do not store full credit card numbers)
Business name (if applicable)
Account login details
Course registration details
Communications sent to us

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website or Program platform, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type
Device type
Country/region
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Referring website
Course engagement analytics

This helps us improve user experience and course delivery.

C. Optional Information

You may choose to share:

Feedback or testimonials
Social media profile connections
Participation in discussion groups

You are never required to provide optional information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

To register and identify you as a Program Participant
To provide you access to course content and updates
To process payments and issue invoices
To administer your Program account
To provide customer support
To communicate important Program notices
To improve our training content and services
To comply with legal obligations
To send marketing communications (only where permitted)

Marketing emails may include:

course updates
product or training announcements
special offers

You may unsubscribe at any time. Unsubscribing does not affect your course access.

4. Legal Grounds for Processing

We collect and use personal information only where permitted by law, including:

Your consent
Contract fulfillment (course delivery)
Legal obligations
Legitimate business interest

You may withdraw consent at any time, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.

5. Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information only with:

Secure payment processors
Course hosting platforms
Email service providers
IT or analytics providers
Legal authorities where required by law

All third-party providers are required to protect your information.

6. Storage & Security

Your information may be stored securely in Canada or other jurisdictions used by service providers.

We use reasonable safeguards to protect personal information, including:

Encrypted connections
Access-restricted systems
Secure passwords
Limited employee access

However, no system is completely secure, and you acknowledge transmission over the Internet involves risk.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

Program delivery
Legal record-keeping
Business obligations
Tax compliance

When no longer required, information is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technology

Our website and learning platform may use cookies and analytics tools to:

Improve website functionality
Monitor course usage
Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function properly.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Program is intended for adults aged 18 and older.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If information about a minor is discovered, it will be deleted.

10. International Users

If you access the Program from outside Canada, your information may be transferred to Canada. By using the Program, you consent to this transfer.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccuracies
Withdraw consent
Request deletion where legally permitted
Request details on how your data is used

To make a request, contact us at:
📧 sales@stonesandfindings.com

We may require proof of identity to process requests.

12. Marketing Communications

You may opt-out of marketing emails at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us.

Transactional course emails cannot be unsubscribed, as they are required for service delivery.

13. Third-Party Links

Our website or Program may include links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

14. Business Transfers

In the event of merger, sale, or restructuring, personal information may be transferred as part of the business assets, subject to the same protections.

15. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect upon posting. Continued use of the Program indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

16. Contact Information

For questions, privacy concerns, or complaints, please contact:

Stones and Findings Inc.
📧 Email: sales@stonesandfindings.com
🌐 Website: https://stonesandfindings.com
📍 Province of Ontario, Canada

We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.