Privacy Policy
Last updated: 11 June 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Motivation Method Lab ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects information about you when you access or use our website at motivationmethodlab.com and any related services, features, or content we offer (collectively, the "Services"). By using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
We are committed to handling your personal information responsibly and transparently. Please read this policy carefully to understand our approach to your privacy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you interact with our Services, including but not limited to:
Account registration: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, password, and any other details you choose to provide during sign-up.
Profile information: You may optionally provide additional details such as a profile photo, biographical information, learning preferences, or professional background.
Communications: When you contact us by email, through a contact form, or by any other means, we collect the content of your message and any contact details you provide.
Payment information: If you purchase a course or subscription, payment details are collected by our third-party payment processors. We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers.
Course activity: Responses to assessments, quizzes, assignments, and any content you submit as part of your learning experience.
Feedback and surveys: Any responses you provide when participating in optional surveys, reviews, or feedback requests.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you use our Services, certain information is collected automatically through standard technical means:
Usage data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on each page, course progress, lesson completion status, and navigation paths within the platform.
Device and technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device identifiers, screen resolution, and language settings.
Log data: Server logs that record requests made to our servers, error reports, and timestamps of activity.
Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to maintain session state, remember your preferences, and understand how our Services are used. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.
1.3 Information From Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:
Social login providers: If you choose to register or log in using a third-party account such as Google, we receive basic profile information as permitted by that provider and your privacy settings.
Payment processors: Transaction confirmation and billing status from our payment service providers.
Analytics partners: Aggregated or anonymised data from analytics services we use to improve our platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
2.1 Providing and Operating the Services
To create and manage your account, process enrolments, deliver course content, track your learning progress, issue certificates of completion, and provide customer support.
2.2 Improving and Developing the Platform
To analyse how learners interact with our content, identify areas for improvement, test new features, conduct research, and enhance the overall educational experience.
2.3 Communications
To send you transactional messages such as account confirmations, receipts, and password reset instructions. With your consent, we may also send you promotional communications about new courses, features, or offers. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in any email or by contacting us directly.
2.4 Personalisation
To tailor course recommendations, learning paths, and platform content based on your preferences, progress, and usage patterns.
2.5 Security and Fraud Prevention
To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activity, abuse, or security incidents, and to protect the rights and safety of our users and the platform.
2.6 Legal Compliance
To comply with applicable legal obligations, respond to lawful requests from authorities, and enforce our Terms of Service or other agreements.
3. Legal Bases for Processing
Depending on your location and applicable law, we process your personal information on the following legal grounds:
Contract performance: Processing necessary to deliver the Services you have requested or to fulfil our contractual obligations to you.
Legitimate interests: Processing that serves our legitimate business interests, such as improving the platform, preventing fraud, and communicating with users, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights.
Consent: Where you have given us explicit consent to process your information for a specific purpose, such as receiving marketing communications.
Legal obligation: Processing required to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We engage trusted third-party companies to assist in operating our Services, including hosting providers, payment processors, email delivery services, analytics providers, and customer support tools. These providers are authorised to use your information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
4.2 Instructors and Course Creators
If you enrol in a course, certain non-sensitive information such as your name, enrolment status, and course progress may be visible to the instructor of that course for educational and support purposes.
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganisation, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information.
4.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, prevent fraud, or respond to an emergency.
4.5 With Your Consent
We may share your information with other parties when you have given us explicit permission to do so.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our Services. We also retain information as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce our agreements, and maintain appropriate business records.
When information is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymise it. If you request deletion of your account, we will remove your personal data within a reasonable timeframe, subject to any legal retention requirements that may apply.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption of data in transit using industry-standard protocols, access controls limiting who can view personal data, regular security assessments, and secure data storage practices.
While we take the security of your information seriously, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you use our Services at your own risk. We encourage you to use a strong, unique password for your account and to keep your login credentials confidential.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
| Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Access | Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you. |
| Correction | Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information. |
| Deletion | Request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions. |
| Restriction | Request that we limit how we process your information in certain circumstances. |
| Portability | Receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. |
| Objection | Object to our processing of your information where we rely on legitimate interests. |
| Withdraw consent | Where processing is based on consent, withdraw that consent at any time. |
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact section below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
8.1 Types of Cookies We Use
Essential cookies: Required for the platform to function correctly, including maintaining your login session and remembering your preferences during a visit. These cannot be disabled without affecting core functionality.
Performance and analytics cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our platform, which pages are most visited, and where users encounter difficulties. This data is used in aggregate form to improve our Services.
Functional cookies: Remember your settings and preferences, such as language selection or display options, to provide a more personalised experience.
Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant promotional content and measure the effectiveness of our marketing activities. These are only placed with your consent where required by law.
8.2 Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse new cookies, delete existing cookies, or receive a warning before a cookie is stored. Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our Services. For more information on managing cookies, refer to your browser's help documentation.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under this age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately. We will take prompt steps to remove such information from our records.
If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under the applicable age threshold, we will delete that information as quickly as reasonably possible.
10. International Data Transfers
We operate as a global platform and your information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your location.
Where we transfer personal information internationally, we take appropriate steps to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection, including through the use of standard contractual clauses, data processing agreements, or other legally recognised transfer mechanisms.
11. Third-Party Links and Services
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our platform.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, by sending you a notification by email or through the platform.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our Services after any changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us:
Motivation Method Lab
101 Leaver Terrace, North New Brighton, Christchurch 8083, New Zealand
Email: info@motivationmethodlab.com
Phone: +64 68 789 087
Website: motivationmethodlab.com
We are committed to resolving any concerns about your privacy and will respond to your enquiry as promptly as possible.