Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for Lyndsey Akers/Akers&Co
Effective Date:Ā NovemberĀ 2024
At Lyndsey Akers and Akers&Co ("we," "our," or "us"), we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, services, and products, including participation in any coaching programs, masterminds, or courses.
By using our website or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please refrain from using our website or services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect both personal and non-personal information when you interact with our services, including:
a. Personal Information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
- Payment Information: Billing details and payment method (credit card, PayPal, etc.).
- Account Information: Username and password, if applicable.
- Other Information: Any additional information you provide to us when registering for or participating in our programs (e.g., answers to intake questionnaires, personal coaching details, etc.).
b. Non-Personal Information:
- Website Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience and track website usage patterns. You can manage cookie settings through your browser, but please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and Manage Services: To deliver the coaching, mastermind programs, or other services you have requested, including sending course materials, reminders, and follow-up information.
- Process Payments: To process payments for services, including invoicing and billing.
- Communication: To communicate with you regarding updates to your account, changes to services, promotional offers, or important announcements.
- Personalization: To tailor our content and offerings to your specific needs and preferences.
- Improve Our Services: To improve the content, functionality, and user experience of our website and services.
- Legal and Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms of service, and protect our rights and safety.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website, processing payments, or delivering services (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, etc.). These service providers are obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, such as a subpoena, court order, or other legal processes, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Lyndsey Akers/Akers&Co, our clients, or others.
- Business Transfers: If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. If you no longer wish to receive communications or be enrolled in our programs, you may request that we delete your account, and we will take appropriate steps to remove your information from our systems, subject to any legal obligations.
6. Your Rights and Choices
As a participant or visitor, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Update: You can request to access or update your personal information by contacting us directly.
- Opt-Out of Communications: You can opt out of receiving promotional or marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the email or contacting us directly.
- Data Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information by contacting us. Please note that we may be required to retain certain data for legal or administrative reasons.
- Cookies and Tracking: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, though please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our website.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.
8. International Transfers
If you are located outside of the United States and choose to provide your information to us, please note that your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located in the United States. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy and notify you through email or other communication methods. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Lyndsey Akers / Akers&Co
Email:Ā [email protected]