Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 01, 2024

1. Introduction
At Thriving Changes ("we," "us," or "our"), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website at www.thrivingchanges.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our terms of service. We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to protect the personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU).

2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when:

  • Subscribing to our newsletter

  • Contacting us via email

  • Registering for events or services

  • Using forms on the website

This information may include your name, email address, and any other details you provide.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries or requests

  • Provide you with information on services, events, and updates

  • Process event or service registrations

  • Improve the Site and personalize your experience

We rely on the following legal bases to process your personal information:

  • Your Consent: By subscribing to our communications or submitting information via our Site, you consent to our collection and use of your data as outlined in this policy.

  • Performance of a Contract: We may process your information when it’s necessary to fulfill a contract with you (e.g., providing requested services).

  • Legitimate Interests: We may process your information to pursue legitimate interests, provided your rights and freedoms are not overridden.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze traffic. Cookies allow us to collect data such as your IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of the Site.

5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. If you withdraw your consent or request data deletion, we will securely delete or anonymize your information unless required to retain it by legal obligations.

6. Data Sharing & Transfers
We do not sell or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the Site or conducting business, provided they comply with GDPR and agree to protect your data.

If we transfer your personal data outside of the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other legally approved mechanisms.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Right to Rectification: Request corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.

  • Right to Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data when it is no longer necessary for the purposes it was collected or if you withdraw your consent.

  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request the limitation of the processing of your data in certain circumstances.

  • Right to Data Portability: Request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format or have it transmitted to another data controller.

  • Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data in certain situations, including for direct marketing purposes.

  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at thrivingchanges@gmail.com.

8. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information.

9. Third-Party Links
Our Site may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal data.

10. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed toward children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have collected data from a child, we will delete it immediately.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

12. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights under GDPR, please contact us at:

Email: thrivingchanges@gmail.com
Location: Barrington, IL, United States