Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Ryan Sturz Education Group dba Motion Picture Driving Clinic ("Motion Picture Driving Clinic," "MPDC," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, protects, and discloses information when you visit our website, submit a form, book a class, or opt in to receive text messages from us. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

01Information We Collect

Information you provide to us

When you fill out a booking or contact form, call, email, or otherwise communicate with us, we may collect:

• Your first and last name
• Email address
• Mobile phone number
• The class or program you are interested in, preferred dates, and number of participants
• Any questions, messages, or other details you choose to share with us
• Your SMS consent preferences

Information collected automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies and is used to operate and improve our website.

02How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and booking requests
• Schedule classes and send booking confirmations, reminders, and follow-up messages
• Provide customer support
• Send marketing messages about special offers, new class dates, and events, only if you have opted in to receive them
• Operate, maintain, and improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

03SMS / Text Messaging

If you provide your mobile number and check the SMS consent box(es) on our form, you agree to receive text messages from Motion Picture Driving Clinic at the number provided. We offer two separate, optional types of consent:

• Non-marketing messages: booking inquiries, class scheduling, appointment confirmations, reminders, follow-up messages, and customer support.
• Marketing messages: special offers, new class dates, and event announcements.

Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of purchase. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. You can reply STOP at any time to opt out, or reply HELP for assistance. For more details, see our Terms & Conditions.

Our text messages are sent from +1 (323) 417-8999.

04Non-Sharing of Mobile Information

05How We Share Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers: with trusted vendors who help us operate our business, such as website hosting, CRM, booking, payment processing, and customer service providers. These providers may only use your information to perform services on our behalf and are subject to confidentiality obligations. This does not include sharing text messaging opt-in data or consent, as described in Section 04.
• Legal requirements: when required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or when necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Motion Picture Driving Clinic, our students, or others.

06Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, understand how visitors use the site, and improve performance. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable cookies, some parts of the website, such as forms, may not function properly.

07Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

08Data Retention

We keep your personal information only for as long as needed to provide our services, respond to your requests, maintain business records, and meet our legal obligations. When it is no longer needed, we delete it or store it securely.

09Your Choices and Rights

• Text messages: reply STOP to any message to opt out at any time.
• Emails: click the unsubscribe link in any marketing email or contact us.
• Access, correction, and deletion: you may request access to, correction of, or deletion of the personal information we hold about you by contacting us using the details below.

California residents

If you are a California resident, you may have rights under California privacy law, including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used, the right to request deletion or correction of your personal information, and the right not to be discriminated against for exercising these rights. We do not sell or share your personal information as those terms are defined under California law. To make a request, contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before completing your request.

10Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.

11Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as our online booking system or social media pages. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated version on this page and change the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of our website or services after any changes means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

13Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us: