Last Updated: November 20, 2024
This Privacy Policy applies to visitors of https://exposuretherapy.ca (the “Site”) and explains how Exposure Therapy collects, uses, and shares your personal information. By using the Site or booking services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. Updates to this policy may occur without notice, and changes take effect immediately upon publication.
1. Information We Collect
Exposure Therapy collects minimal personal information, primarily for booking and communication purposes. The information we collect includes:
- Basic contact details: Names, email addresses, and phone numbers provided during bookings or inquiries.
- Device data: Information such as your browser type, IP address, time zone, and cookies, are collected automatically during your visit to the Site.
Voluntary Information
We may request optional information to enhance your experience, such as the type of camera you use when signing up for a photography course. Providing this information is entirely voluntary and not required to complete your booking or signup.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To process and manage your bookings through third-party platforms.
- To communicate with you regarding your booking or related inquiries.
- To request your opinions and comments about our services.
- To notify you of changes to our services.
- To inform you about promotions, updates, and new services we offer.
- To screen orders for potential risk or fraud.
- To provide you with information or advertising about relevant third-party products or services, including promotions.
By booking services or subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to be added to our email list for these purposes. You can unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the footer of our emails or by contacting us directly.
3. Third-Party Services
Exposure Therapy relies on trusted third-party providers to securely manage your information:
- Peek Pro for booking management: Peek Privacy Policy
- Stripe and Square for payment processing: Stripe Privacy Policy, Square Privacy Policy
- Google Analytics for website performance insights: Google Privacy Policy
- Google Apps (Gmail for Business) for communication and storage: Google Privacy Policy
- Email Octopus for newsletter management: Email Octopus Privacy Policy
These third-party platforms operate independently and have their own privacy policies. Exposure Therapy is not responsible for their practices or protocols.
4. Data Retention
Exposure Therapy retains:
- Emails: Kept indefinitely for operational purposes via Google Apps.
- Newsletter subscriptions: Managed through Email Octopus and retained until you unsubscribe.
- Text messages: Deleted after you complete your course. Other personal information is managed according to the policies of third-party platforms (e.g., Stripe, Square, Peek Pro).
5. Limiting Collection
Exposure Therapy collects only the personal information necessary to provide our services, communicate with you, and improve the Site. We do not request or collect any additional information beyond what is required, except for optional fields where specified.
6. Accuracy of Information
You have the right to request that your personal information be updated or corrected. To request corrections, please contact us at he***@*************py.ca.
7. Safeguards
Your personal information is protected through the security measures provided by our third-party platforms. Emails stored in our Google Apps account are accessible only to authorized personnel.
8. Clarity and Transparency
This Privacy Policy is designed to provide a clear explanation of how Exposure Therapy handles your personal information. If you have questions about any part of this policy, contact us at he***@*************py.ca for clarification.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal or regulatory reasons. It is your responsibility to review this page regularly for updates.
10. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy, corrections to your personal information, or to unsubscribe from our email list, email us at he***@*************py.ca.