Terms of Use
Welcome to Rising Stars
Rising Stars (“Platform”) is a dedicated platform providing educational videos and mentorship sessions for professionals in the hospitality industry. By accessing or using our Platform, you agree to abide by these Terms of Use (“Terms”), which govern your use of Rising Stars. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not use the Platform.
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1. Eligibility
1.1. You must be at least 18 years old or have the consent of a legal guardian to use the Platform.
1.2. Use of the Platform requires the creation of an account, and you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
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2. Use of the Platform
2.1. Rising Stars grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Platform for personal and professional development within the hospitality industry.
2.2. You agree not to use the Platform for any unlawful purpose, including but not limited to distributing harmful, offensive, or illegal content.
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3. Intellectual Property
3.1. All content, including videos, quizzes, and mentorship materials, are the intellectual property of Rising Stars.
3.2. You may not copy, distribute, or reproduce any material from the Platform without prior written consent.
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4. User Conduct
4.1. Be respectful when engaging with mentors or other users. Harassment, discrimination, or abuse of any kind will not be tolerated.
4.2. Users who violate this policy may have their accounts suspended or terminated.
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5. Payment and Subscriptions
5.1. Certain features on the Platform may require payment. All fees are disclosed prior to purchase and are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
5.2. Subscription plans may auto-renew unless canceled. You can manage your subscription settings in your account.
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6. Mentorship Sessions
6.1. Mentors are experienced professionals, but Rising Stars does not guarantee specific outcomes or career advancements.
6.2. Users are solely responsible for how they apply the advice received during mentorship sessions.
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7. Liability and Disclaimers
7.1. Rising Stars strives for accuracy and reliability in its content but cannot guarantee that all materials are error-free.
7.2. The Platform is provided “as is.” Rising Stars disclaims all warranties, express or implied, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
7.3. Rising Stars is not liable for any damages resulting from the use of the Platform.
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8. Privacy
8.1. By using the Platform, you agree to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how your data is collected, stored, and used.
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9. Termination
9.1. Rising Stars reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
9.2. You may terminate your account at any time by contacting our support team.
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10. Changes to the Terms
10.1. Rising Stars may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes, and your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
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Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out to support@risingstars.com.
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Let’s elevate hospitality together. Welcome to Rising Stars!
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 02th of December 2024
Last Updated: 02th of December 2024
Welcome to Rising Stars
Rising Stars ("Platform," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our Platform, which offers educational videos, quizzes, and mentorship sessions for the hospitality industry.
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Platform.
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1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
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Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, password, and other details you provide.
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Profile Information: You may add additional information, such as your job title, company, and industry experience, to enhance your profile.
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Payment Information: If you purchase a subscription or service, we collect payment details (processed securely by third-party payment processors).
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
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Usage Data: We collect information about how you use the Platform, including the pages or videos you view, time spent on the Platform, and your interaction with features.
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Device Information: Information about the device you use to access the Platform, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
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Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies to improve your experience, track preferences, and gather analytics.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
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If you sign in via third-party platforms (e.g., LinkedIn), we may collect basic account information from those platforms with your consent.
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2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
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To provide and improve the Platform's features, services, and content.
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To personalize your experience, such as suggesting videos or mentors based on your interests.
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To process payments and manage subscriptions.
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To communicate with you about updates, new features, and promotional offers (you can opt out of marketing emails).
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To analyze usage trends and improve our services.
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To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.
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3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following scenarios:
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With Mentors: Your profile information may be shared with mentors to facilitate personalized mentorship sessions.
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Service Providers: Trusted third parties that help us provide services, such as payment processors, cloud hosting, or analytics providers.
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Legal Compliance: If required by law or if we believe sharing is necessary to protect our rights, users, or others.
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Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred.
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4. Your Choices
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Access and Correction: You can access, update, or delete your personal information in your account settings.
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Cookies: Most browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Platform.
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Marketing Communications: You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any promotional message.
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5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. If you delete your account, we may retain limited information for record-keeping or legal purposes.
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6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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7. Children’s Privacy
The Platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
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8. International Users
If you access the Platform from outside [your country], note that your information may be transferred and processed in countries with different data protection laws. By using the Platform, you consent to such transfers.
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9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through the Platform.
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Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to support@risingstars.com.​​
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Let’s elevate hospitality together. Welcome to Rising Stars!
Imprint
Welcome to Rising Stars
Rising Stars
Registered Address:
Germany
Contact Information:
Email: lara.droege@outlook.com
Phone:
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Managing Director:
Lara Pauline Dröge