Legal – Bioptron Academy
🔐 Privacy Policy

Your privacy is our priority.

How Brilin Functional Medicine Centre collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use Bioptron Academy.

📅 Effective Date: 1 January 2025  ·  Brilin Functional Medicine Centre
Plain-language summary: We collect only what's needed to run your membership. We never sell your data to third parties. You can access, correct, or delete your information at any time by emailing [email protected].
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Who We Are

Bioptron Academy is operated by Brilin Functional Medicine Centre, based in New Zealand. We operate the membership platform at bioptronacademy.com and the Bioptron Academy App.

We are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and, where applicable, the Australian Privacy Act 1988.

For privacy enquiries, contact us at [email protected]. We aim to respond within 5 business days.

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Information We Collect

We collect only the information needed to provide your membership and improve your experience:

  • Account details: your name and email address when you register or purchase
  • Payment information: billing data processed securely by our payment provider — we never store card numbers
  • Usage data: protocols viewed, content accessed, and session activity within the app
  • Communications: messages or enquiries you send us via email or forms
  • Device information: browser type, device model, IP address, and app version for security and troubleshooting
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How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve your Premium membership and the app
  • Process your payment and send receipts, renewal reminders, and invoices
  • Send important updates about the platform, new content, or changes to these policies
  • Respond to your support requests and enquiries via [email protected]
  • Analyse how members use the platform to improve content and the app experience
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions

We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling that has a legal or significant effect on you.

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Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share your data only with trusted service providers who help us operate the platform:

  • Payment processors (e.g. Stripe) to securely handle transactions
  • Email service providers to send transactional and notification emails
  • App platform providers (including Glide Apps) for app delivery and hosting
  • Booking & order system providers (Brilin Functional Medicine Centre's booking platform at booking.brilin.co.nz) for order processing
  • Legal requirements — if required by law, court order, or to protect the safety of individuals

All third-party providers are contractually required to keep your data confidential and use it only for the specific services they provide us.

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Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies to keep you logged in and maintain your session. We may also use analytics tools to understand how members navigate the platform — this data is aggregated and does not personally identify you.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to log in and use the platform.

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Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), secure password storage, and internal access controls.

While we take all reasonable steps to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. If you believe your account has been compromised, contact us immediately at [email protected].

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Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active. If you close your account or request deletion, we will delete or anonymise your personal data within 90 days, except where we are legally required to retain it (e.g. for accounting or dispute resolution purposes).

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Your Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and other applicable laws, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the New Zealand Privacy Commissioner at privacy.org.nz

To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected]. We will respond within 20 working days as required under the NZ Privacy Act 2020.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you by email or by displaying a notice within the app at least 14 days before changes take effect. Continued use of Bioptron Academy after that date constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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Privacy Questions?

Contact Brilin Functional Medicine Centre at [email protected]. We'll respond within 5 business days.

📋 Terms & Conditions

Clear rules, fairly stated.

The terms governing your use of Bioptron Academy and your Premium membership with Brilin Functional Medicine Centre.

📅 Effective Date: 1 January 2025  ·  Brilin Functional Medicine Centre
Please read carefully. By purchasing a Premium membership or accessing Bioptron Academy content, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not proceed. For questions contact [email protected].
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About These Terms

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Bioptron Academy platform, including all content, protocols, videos, clinical studies, and features available through your membership ("Service"), operated by Brilin Functional Medicine Centre, New Zealand.

By creating an account, purchasing a membership, or accessing the Service, you confirm you are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

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Premium Membership & Billing

Your Premium membership provides full, unlimited access to the complete Bioptron Academy content library for the duration of your subscription period.

  • First year price: USD $299 for 12 months of full access
  • Renewal rate: USD $49/year, charged automatically on your anniversary date
  • Payment: processed securely at time of purchase; renewal invoices sent 7 days in advance
  • Cancellation: cancel auto-renewal at any time by emailing [email protected]
  • Access after cancellation: Premium access continues until the end of your paid period
  • Pricing: stated in USD; inclusive of applicable taxes unless otherwise stated
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Refund Policy

We offer a 7-day satisfaction guarantee for new Premium members. If you are not satisfied within the first 7 days of your initial purchase, contact [email protected] for a full refund.

After 7 days, membership fees are non-refundable except where required by applicable consumer law, including the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993. Annual renewal charges are non-refundable once processed, but you may cancel to prevent future renewals.

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Acceptable Use

Your membership is for your personal use only. You agree not to:

  • Share your login credentials with any other person
  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, or resell any content from the platform
  • Use content for commercial purposes without prior written consent from Brilin Functional Medicine Centre
  • Attempt to circumvent technical protection measures or access restricted areas
  • Use the platform in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Engage in any activity that could harm the platform, its members, or our reputation

Violation of these terms may result in immediate termination of your membership without refund.

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Health & Medical Disclaimer

Important: Bioptron Academy provides educational and informational content only. Nothing on this platform constitutes medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition.

Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new wellness or light therapy regimen, especially if you have an existing medical condition, are pregnant, or are taking medication.

Brilin Functional Medicine Centre and Bioptron Academy are not responsible for any outcomes resulting from the use of information provided on this platform. Customer stories and testimonials reflect individual experiences — results may vary.

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Intellectual Property

All content available through Bioptron Academy — including protocols, videos, written materials, images, and designs — is the intellectual property of Brilin Functional Medicine Centre or its licensors and is protected by copyright law.

Your Premium membership grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use the content for your personal, non-commercial purposes only. No content may be reproduced or distributed without our express written permission.

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Platform Availability

We aim to provide continuous access to the platform but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We may temporarily suspend the Service for maintenance, updates, or reasons outside our control. In the event of extended outages, we will notify members and, where appropriate, extend membership periods accordingly.

We reserve the right to modify, update, or discontinue any feature or content at any time, though we will always endeavour to notify members of significant changes.

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Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Brilin Functional Medicine Centre and Bioptron Academy shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the platform or its content.

Our total liability to you shall not exceed the amount you paid for your current membership period. Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot be excluded under New Zealand law, including guarantees under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.

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Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts, unless otherwise required by applicable consumer law in your location.

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Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or through the platform at least 14 days before changes take effect. Continued use of Bioptron Academy after that date constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

The current version of these Terms is always available on the Bioptron Academy website. For any questions, contact [email protected].

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Questions About These Terms?

Contact Brilin Functional Medicine Centre at [email protected]. We'll respond within 2 business days.