PRIVACY POLICY AND TERMS OF USE OF THE SITE AND EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTS
Online school Maryna Khaliman https://worldview-school.com
Valid in the UK in accordance with the UK GDPR and civil law of England and Wales.
1. ACCEPTANCE OF THE OFFER AND CONSENT TO THE TERMS
1.1. From the moment you start using the site https://worldview-school.com (hereinafter referred to as the "Site"), including but not limited to: viewing pages, registering, placing an order, paying, gaining access to courses, consultations, books or webinars, the person performing such actions is recognized as having accepted this Offer and the terms of this document in full (hereinafter referred to as the "User").
1.2. Acceptance of the Offer means the full and unconditional consent of the User:
  • with the terms of this document (Privacy Policy and Terms of Use);
  • with the personal data processing policy posted on the Site;
  • with terms and conditions for providing access to digital content, including no return after receipt.
1.3. This Offer has the legal force equal to a written bilateral agreement concluded in accordance with the civil law of Great Britain.
1.4. In case of disagreement with any provisions of this document, the User must immediately stop using the Site and refrain from placing orders or taking other actions.
2. GENERAL PROVISIONS
2.1. This Privacy Policy governs the processing and protection of personal data of individuals (hereinafter referred to as the "User") provided when using the Site https://worldview-school.com and receiving educational services provided by an individual entrepreneur - Maryna Khaliman (hereinafter referred to as "We", "Contractor").
2.2. The Policy has been developed in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable regulations governing the processing of personal information in the UK.
2.3. Using the Site and/or placing an order for paid or free information services means the User agrees with the terms of this Privacy Policy and the processing of their personal data for the purposes indicated below.
2.4. In case of disagreement with the terms of the Privacy Policy, the User must stop using the Site.
2.5. We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy. All changes come into force from the moment the updated version is published on the Site. It is recommended to check this document periodically for changes.
2.6. This edition comes into force from the moment of its publication and is valid until replaced by a new edition.
3. DEFINITIONS AND TERMS
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, the following terms are used:
3.1. Personal data – any information that directly or indirectly allows identifying an individual (User), including but not limited to: name, email address, phone number, IP address, payment data, cookies, and technical characteristics of the device from which the Site is accessed.
3.2. Processing of personal data – any action or set of actions performed with personal data, using automatic means or without them: collection, recording, systematization, storage, modification, use, transfer, distribution, depersonalization, deletion, and destruction.
3.3. Data Controller – the person who determines the purposes and means of processing personal data. For the purposes of this Policy, such a person is Maryna Khaliman, operating as an individual entrepreneur (self-employed) in the UK.
3.4. User – an individual who uses the Site and/or orders information services (webinars, online courses, books, etc.), whose personal data is processed.
3.5. Cookies – small text files saved on the User’s device when visiting the Site, allowing the browser or device to be recognized on subsequent visits and ensuring ease of use of the Site, as well as enabling the analysis of user behavior.
3.6. Website – web resource located at https://worldview-school.com, including all its subdomains and pages.
3.7. Third-party services – external technical or payment platforms used to process payments, registration, mailings, or other actions related to the operation of the Site.
4. PURPOSES OF COLLECTION AND PROCESSING OF PERSONAL DATA
4.1. We collect and process Users' personal data solely to the extent necessary to achieve specific and legitimate purposes provided for in this Policy. Data collection is based on the User’s voluntary consent or as part of the conclusion and execution of an agreement for the provision of information services.
4.2. Personal data is processed for the following purposes:
  • Identification of the User when registering and/or placing an order;
  • Providing access to paid and free educational materials, online courses, webinars, and other products;
  • Providing technical and customer support, including responding to requests;
  • Payment processing and confirmation, invoicing, tax accounting;
  • Administration and improvement of the functionality of the Site;
  • Sending notifications regarding orders, scheduling, access to materials;
  • Marketing mailings, if the User has given separate consent;
  • Legal and regulatory compliance with UK legislation.
4.3. Processing of personal data can be carried out both using automated means and without their use (for example, in the case of individual correspondence with a client).
5. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING PERSONAL DATA
5.1. All processing of personal data is carried out based on the lawful grounds of the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
5.2. We process the User's personal data on one or more of the following grounds:
  • Execution of the contract: processing is necessary to fulfill the agreement between the User and the Contractor, including providing access to online courses, webinars, support, and other services.
  • Legitimate interest: processing is carried out on the basis of our legitimate interest in improving the Site’s operation, service quality, protection against fraudulent activities, and ensuring platform security, while respecting the User's rights and interests.
  • Legal obligations: processing is necessary to comply with UK legal requirements, including tax and accounting regulations.
  • User consent: for certain types of processing, such as sending marketing communications or using cookies for analytical purposes, we request the User's explicit consent, which can be withdrawn at any time.
5.3. We do not carry out automated decision-making, including profiling, that has a legal or significant impact on the User.
6. CATEGORIES OF PERSONAL DATA COLLECTED
6.1. During interaction with the User, we may collect the following categories of personal data:
  • Identification data: full name, email, contact phone number, country and city of residence (if necessary).
  • Data for calculations and accounting: information about completed payments, selected payment methods (without storing full bank details), legal or postal address (if needed for invoicing).
  • Technical data: IP address, browser type, device, operating system, cookies, history of website page visits, and behavioral actions.
  • Interaction data: information provided during feedback or consultations, survey responses, feedback forms, and reviews.
6.2. We do not collect or process special categories of personal data (e.g., health, race, religion), unless voluntarily provided by the User with explicit consent.
6.3. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it immediately.
7. STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA
7.1. We take all reasonable technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of the User's personal data and to prevent unauthorized access, loss, modification, disclosure, or destruction.
7.2. Data is stored on secure servers and/or using trusted cloud services compliant with UK GDPR.
7.3. Personal data storage periods:
  • Identification and contact data: until the account is deleted or consent withdrawn;
  • Payment data and documentation: at least 6 years (per UK tax and accounting regulations);
  • Correspondence and support history: up to 3 years after the end of interaction;
  • Marketing consents: until withdrawn.
7.4. In case of data loss or unauthorized access, we will take all necessary measures and, if required, notify regulatory authorities and the User as per UK law.
7.5. Access to personal data is restricted to employees, contractors, or partners who require it to perform their professional duties and services.
7.6. Data transmission over the Internet uses secure protocols, including SSL encryption.
8. TRANSFER OF PERSONAL DATA TO THIRD PARTIES
8.1. We do not transfer User personal data to third parties except where necessary for service provision or legal compliance.
8.2. Personal data may be transferred to:
  • Payment operators (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) – for payment processing (without storing full card data).
  • Technical and cloud service providers – for hosting, data storage, notifications, CRM systems.
  • Accounting and legal consultants – for compliance with tax and commercial laws.
  • UK government authorities – based on lawful requests.
8.3. All third parties must ensure confidentiality and proper data protection.
8.4. We do not transfer personal data outside the UK or EEA unless appropriate legal safeguards are in place.
9. USER RIGHTS
9.1. In accordance with the provisions of the UK GDPR, the User has the following rights in relation to his personal data:
  • Right of access — you can obtain information about what personal data we store and process.
  • Right to rectification — you have the right to request an update or correction of your data.
  • Right to erasure (right to be forgotten) — you can request the deletion of your personal data if there are no legal grounds for its further processing.
  • Right to restriction of processing — you can temporarily restrict processing in certain cases (for example, if the data requires verification).
  • Right to withdraw consent — if the data is processed on the basis of your consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
  • Right to data portability — upon request, we can provide your data in a machine-readable format.
9.2. To exercise any of these rights, you can send a request by email: worldview-school@gmail.com
All requests are processed within a reasonable time, not exceeding 30 calendar days.
9.3. Please note: refund for purchased digital content, including online courses, webinars (live and recorded), electronic and printed books and teaching materials is not produced after access to the product is provided. This is due to the fact that these materials are objects of intellectual property, and their use is irreversible.
10. STORAGE PERIOD OF PERSONAL DATA
10.1. We retain Users' personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal, accounting, and tax obligations.
10.2. The storage periods for personal data are:
  • Identification and contact details — until the account is deleted or the User's consent is withdrawn;
  • Payment details, invoices, tax information — at least 6 years after the purchase, in accordance with the requirements of UK tax legislation;
  • Correspondence and support requests — up to 3 years after the completion of the last interaction;
  • Information about actions on the site (log files, cookies) — from 12 to 36 months, depending on the category of data and settings of analytical systems;
  • Consent to marketing communications — until such consent is withdrawn by the User.
10.3. After the expiration of the specified periods, the data is deleted or anonymized if there is no legal basis for its further storage.
10.4. The user may at any time request the deletion of his personal data, unless otherwise limited by applicable law (for example, in the case of storing accounting documents).
11. PROTECTION OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
11.1. All materials presented on the site https://worldview-school.com, as well as those provided to the Customer in the process of providing services, including but not limited to: video lessons, webinar recordings, e-books, texts, teaching materials, diagrams, slides, design, program names and their structure, are objects of intellectual property of the Artist (Marina Khaliman) and are protected under UK law, including the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.
11.2. The Contractor provides the Customer with a limited, personal, non-exclusive and non-transferable right to access and use these materials solely for personal educational purposes.
11.3. The Customer is prohibited from:
  • copying, reproducing, recording, distributing, reselling, publishing materials in whole or in part;
  • transferring access to materials to third parties, regardless of the reason (including friends, colleagues, relatives);
  • using materials to create their own educational courses, trainings, lectures, books, etc.;
  • posting materials (in whole or in fragments) in open or closed access on the Internet, messengers, and third-party platforms.
11.4. Violation of the provisions of this section shall be considered a material breach of contract. In this case, the Contractor has the right to:
  • immediately limit or cancel the Customer’s access to the services without refunding the amount paid;
  • demand compensation for damages caused by copyright infringement;
  • if necessary, go to court at their place of registration (in the UK).
11.5. All materials are provided solely for individual use. Purchasing access does not transfer ownership or copyright of the content.
11.6. Any use of materials not provided for in this agreement is permitted only with the prior written permission of the Contractor.
12. PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA AND RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARTIES
12.1. We take all reasonable and available technical, organizational, and legal measures to protect Users’ personal data from:
  • unauthorized access,
  • accidental loss,
  • destruction,
  • changes,
  • disclosures,
  • and other unlawful actions of third parties.
12.2. To ensure safety, in particular:
  • data transmission encryption (SSL);
  • password access restriction systems;
  • reliable servers and cloud platforms with vendor-level protection;
  • two-factor authentication (where applicable);
  • backup and monitoring of systems.
12.3. Access to personal information is provided only to those employees, contractors, and technical partners who need such information to perform their professional duties, and only on the basis of confidentiality agreements.
12.4. The user is obliged to independently ensure the confidentiality of their credentials (login, password) and not transfer access to third parties. All actions performed under the User’s account are considered performed by him unless proven otherwise.
12.5. We are not responsible for losses caused as a result of:
  • unlawful actions of third parties,
  • violations of security rules by the User,
  • consequences of using outdated equipment or software.
12.6. In the event of a security incident involving a leak of personal data, we take the necessary actions to localize the threat and minimize the consequences. In the event of a significant risk, the User will be notified by email.
13. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARTIES
13.1. The parties are responsible for non-fulfillment or improper fulfillment of obligations under this Agreement in accordance with the current legislation of the United Kingdom.
13.2. The Customer is fully responsible for:
  • the accuracy and relevance of the data provided when registering and placing an order;
  • compliance with the conditions of access to training materials, including the prohibition on transfer to third parties;
  • actions performed using their account (including when transferring access to other persons);
  • compliance with the provisions of this Agreement, including the section on intellectual property protection.
13.3. The Contractor is not responsible for:
  • inability to use the services for reasons related to technical problems on the Customer’s side (including unstable Internet connection, equipment settings, failures on the browser or email client side);
  • consequences of decisions made by the Customer based on the study of materials provided as part of educational programs;
  • quality of work of third-party services (payment systems, hosting platforms, etc.), if the failure did not occur through the fault of the Contractor;
  • failure to obtain access by the Customer in case of specifying an incorrect or inactive email address when placing an order.
13.4. In case of violation by the Customer of the provisions of section 11 ("Protection of Intellectual Property"), the Contractor has the right to:
  • immediately suspend or cancel access to the services without refund of payment;
  • demand compensation for losses incurred as a result of copyright infringement;
  • initiate pre-trial or judicial proceedings at the place of its registration.
13.5. The parties are released from liability for complete or partial failure to fulfill obligations if it is caused by force majeure circumstances (force majeure) that could not be reasonably foreseen or prevented. Such circumstances include, in particular: military operations, natural disasters, interruptions in the operation of global communication networks, actions of government agencies, etc.
14. FINAL PROVISIONS
14.1. This Privacy Policy applies to all Site Users https://worldview-school.com, regardless of their nationality or location, provided that they use a site registered and operated in accordance with UK law.
14.2. We reserve the right to change this Privacy Policy without prior notice. All changes come into force from the moment the updated version is published on the Site.
14.3. The user independently undertakes to monitor the current version of the Policy. Continued use of the Site after the changes come into force means agreement with the new edition of the document.
14.4. In all matters not regulated by this Policy, the current UK legislation applies (in particular, UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018).
14.5. For all questions related to the processing of personal data, you can contact us at: worldview-school@gmail.com