Effective Date: February 25, 2025

Last Updated: May 23, 2025

At Axigen Dynamics LLC, which operates the Hypermind Academy business unit, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with transparency, integrity, and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our websites, use our educational platforms, or engage with our products and services. It also describes your rights and choices concerning your personal data.

1. Who We Are

Axigen Dynamics LLC is a U.S.-based company registered in the Commonwealth of Virginia, focused on upskilling, performance enhancement, and educational technology through our divisions, including Hypermind Academy.

Website: https://www.hypermindacademy.com

Contact: Use the contact form https://www.hypermindacademy.com/contact

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 1, 2025

Applies to: www.HypermindAcademy.com educational services is a business unit provided by Axigen Dynamics LLC.

1. Introduction

Hypermind Academy, a business unit of Axigen Dynamics LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you use our websites, digital platforms, courses, and services.

This policy complies with:

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) when applicable to U.S. educational data

2. Scope of Application

This Privacy Policy applies to all users, including learners, educators, and organizational clients who interact with our services globally. Additional rights may apply depending on your location and the nature of the data collected (see sections 10–12).

3. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide Directly

Full name, email address, phone number

Billing and payment data (processed securely through third-party gateways)

Educational history or qualifications (FERPA if applicable)

Course progress, quiz results, and certifications

Messages, uploads, and support requests

b. Information We Collect Automatically

Device type, browser, IP address

Location and interaction logs (cookies, page views, session times)

Referring URLs or platform activity

c. Information from Third Parties

Authentication via social login (e.g., Google, LinkedIn)

Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

Marketing or analytics integrations

[GDPR: Art. 13, 14 | CCPA: Section 1798.100 | FERPA: Directory/non-directory information]

4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

We only process personal data when we have a lawful basis, including:

Your consent

Performance of a contract (e.g., course access)

Legal obligations

Our legitimate interests in providing secure, relevant services

Public interest in educational outcomes (if applicable)

[GDPR: Art. 6(1)]

5. How We Use Your Information

Provide, manage, and personalize educational services

Maintain learner records, certifications, and feedback (FERPA)

Analyze learner engagement and platform effectiveness

Send course updates, promotional communications (with opt-out)

Improve platform security and functionality

Comply with legal requirements

6. Retention of Data

We retain your data only as long as needed for the purposes stated or to meet legal and contractual obligations. Educational records may be kept longer under applicable regulations.

[GDPR: Art. 5(1)(e) | CCPA: reasonable necessity | FERPA: educational record retention]

7. Sharing of Data

We do not sell personal data. We may share your data with:

Service providers (e.g., hosting, email, analytics, payment processors)

Educational institutions or employers (with consent or as authorized under FERPA)

Regulatory or legal authorities when required

Affiliated business units within Axigen Dynamics LLC for legitimate interests

[CCPA: Sections 1798.120–130 | GDPR: Art. 28 | FERPA: §99.31 disclosure exceptions]

8. Your Rights

a. General Rights (Applies to All Users)

Request access, correction, or deletion of personal data

Request restriction or objection to data processing

Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)

b. European Union Users (GDPR)

You have the right to:

Data portability

Object to profiling

Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

[GDPR: Art. 15–22]

c. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

You have the right to:

Know what personal information is collected, used, and shared

Request deletion of personal data

Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell)

Correct inaccurate data

Limit use of sensitive personal information

Exercise these rights without discrimination

To exercise your California rights, contact: privacy@hypermindacademy.com

[CCPA/CPRA: Civil Code §1798.100–199]

d. Educational Data Rights (FERPA – U.S. Students Only)

If enrolled in an educational program where FERPA applies, you have the right to:

Access and review your educational records

Request corrections to inaccurate records

Prevent disclosure of records without consent (with exceptions)

File complaints with the U.S. Department of Education

FERPA only applies where Hypermind Academy operates as an educational institution subject to federal educational funding.

[FERPA: 20 U.S.C. §1232g; 34 CFR Part 99]

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and track engagement. You can manage cookie preferences via browser settings or opt-in banners.

GDPR Users: We use opt-in consent for non-essential cookies.

CCPA Users: You may opt out of third-party tracking if applicable.

10. International Data Transfers

For users in the EU/UK, your personal data may be transferred to servers in the United States or other countries. We implement safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to ensure compliance with GDPR data transfer standards.

[GDPR: Art. 44–49]

11. Data Security

We implement technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

12. Third-Party Services and Processors

We use vetted third-party vendors who are contractually obligated to protect your information. These include:

Stripe/PayPal – payment processing

Systeme.io – course delivery and user management

Google Analytics – usage analysis (anonymized IP for EU users)

ConvertKit – email marketing (with unsubscribe option)

Full list available upon request.

13. Children's Privacy

Hypermind Academy does not knowingly collect information from children under age 13. Learners under 16 must obtain parental consent (GDPR Article 8).

14. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect legal, technical, or business changes. When we do, we’ll revise the “Effective Date” and notify users via email or on-platform notice where required.

15. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:

Axigen Dynamics LLC – Privacy Officer

Email: Use the contact form www.hypermind

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact us at:

Axigen Dynamics LLC

Privacy Officer – Hypermind Academy Division