Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 9, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how DCF Mastery (DCF Mastery Canada Limited) collects, uses, and protects your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws.

Who We Are

We are the data controller responsible for processing your personal information. Our organization operates the DCF Mastery platform and related services. We collect and process data to provide our educational masterclass on discounted cash flow modelling and spreadsheet building for junior analysts in Ottawa. Your privacy is important to us, and we take appropriate measures to safeguard your information at all times.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information in several ways:

• Registration and Account Data: When you register for our masterclass or create an account, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you provide.
• Course and Activity Data: We track your engagement with course materials, completion progress, quiz results, and participation in live sessions.
• Device and Usage Data: We collect information about the devices you use to access our services, including IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site performance.
• Communication Data: We store communications you send us, including emails, contact form submissions, and support messages.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds: your explicit consent when you register for our services; our legitimate interest in providing quality education and improving our platform; and compliance with legal obligations under Canadian privacy legislation. For marketing communications, we rely on your consent, which you can withdraw at any time. We only process sensitive data with your specific consent and in compliance with all applicable regulations.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to deliver our masterclass services, including course access, content delivery, and assessment tracking. Your data helps us personalize your learning experience and provide relevant course recommendations. We use contact information to send you course updates, completion certificates, and administrative communications. Analytics data helps us understand how you interact with our platform, allowing us to improve content quality and user experience. We may also use your information to respond to inquiries and provide customer support.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for specific periods based on the type of data and our business needs:

• Course Account Data: Retained for the duration of your enrollment plus 36 months to maintain your learning records and certificate history.
• Contact Form and Support Messages: Retained for up to 24 months after your last interaction with us.
• Cookies and Analytics Data: Retained for up to 12 months to track site performance and user behavior patterns.
• Server Logs and IP Addresses: Retained for up to 12 months for security and troubleshooting purposes.
• Marketing Communications Data: Retained until you unsubscribe from our mailing list, after which we retain records for 12 months.

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information: the right to access all data we hold about you; the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information; the right to request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations); the right to restrict how we process your information; the right to data portability, receiving your information in a structured format; the right to withdraw consent at any time; and the right to lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve your experience on our platform. Essential cookies are necessary for site functionality, including login sessions and security features. Performance cookies help us analyze how you use our site, allowing us to optimize content and features. Preference cookies remember your settings and choices. Marketing cookies track your interaction with our content to deliver relevant communications. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality. We do not sell your personal information to third parties, and all cookies are subject to this privacy policy.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, and disclosure. Our systems use encryption for data transmission, secure password storage, and restricted access controls. Regular security audits and updates help us maintain a secure environment. However, no security system is completely impenetrable. While we work diligently to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access.

Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with service providers who assist us in operating our platform, processing payments, sending communications, and analyzing data. All third-party service providers are contractually bound to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify. We may disclose information when required by law, such as in response to legal requests or court orders. We may also share aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify you for research and analytics purposes.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, and other factors. When we make material changes, we will notify you by email or prominently posting the updated policy on our website. Your continued use of our services after such notifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information. The date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.