Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2025

Your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is collected, used, and protected when you visit or use services through this website (http://www.thewhimsicalarcane.co).

By accessing this website or booking a session, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

✦ 1. What Information I Collect

I collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

• Your name

• Email address

• Date of birth (for readings like Human Design or astrology)

• Time and place of birth (if applicable)

• Payment details (processed securely via third-party platforms)

• Any information you provide in a contact form, intake form, or email

This information is collected to provide personalized services and communicate with you effectively.

✦ 2. How Your Information Is Used

I use your information to:

• Deliver the service(s) you booked

• Respond to your inquiries

• Send appointment confirmations or reminders

• Share newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)

• Improve website functionality and user experience

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

✦ 3. How Your Information Is Stored

Your information is stored securely using trusted third-party platforms (e.g., booking software, email marketing tools, encrypted cloud storage). I take reasonable precautions to prevent data loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

Only I (and any assistant or team member bound by confidentiality) can access your data for the purpose of delivering your session or service.

✦ 4. Third-Party Services

I use third-party tools for services like:

• Payment processing (e.g., Zelle, PayPal)

• Scheduling (e.g., Calendly)

• Email marketing (e.g., Mailchimp, Flodesk)

• Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

These platforms have their own privacy policies. I recommend reviewing them to understand how they manage your data.

✦ 5. Cookies & Analytics

This website may use cookies to:

• Improve site performance

• Understand how visitors use the site

• Enhance user experience

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not work as intended without them.

✦ 6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data I hold about you

• Request that I correct or delete your data

• Withdraw your consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)

• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To request access or deletion of your data, contact me at:
📧 | hello@thewhimsicalarcane.co

✦ 7. Data Retention

I retain client records only as long as necessary:

• For the duration of our working relationship

• For business or legal requirements (e.g., tax records)

• Or until you request your data be deleted

Session notes are securely stored and deleted upon request.

✦ 8. Children’s Privacy

This website and its services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. I do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent.

✦ 9. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Continued use of the site after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

✦ 10. Contact Me

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
📧 | hello@thewhimsicalarcane.co
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