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Privacy policy

Effective Date: 2024.11.27

Welcome to TheWellnessJournal ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you visit https://thewellnessjournal.co ("Website") or contact us via email.

We process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other relevant privacy laws.

By using our Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Personal Data We Collect

We collect the following types of personal data:

A. Information You Provide

Messaging Data: When you subscribe to our email messages and newsletters, we collect your email address and name (if provided). The legal basis for processing is your consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
Correspondence Data: If you contact us via email or our Contact Us page, we collect your name, email, and message content to facilitate communication and maintain records.

B. Information Collected Automatically

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect data about your interaction with our Website, including:

Device Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution, referral source, and usage data (page views, navigation paths, visit length, etc.).
Tracking Data: We use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, and affiliate tracking tools to analyze site performance, improve user experience, and personalize content.

The legal basis for processing this data is your consent, which you can withdraw at any time by adjusting your browser settings.

C. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing

We may share certain personal data with third-party service providers that assist us in business operations, including:

Email Marketing: We store and process customer email data through Klaviyo, an industry-standard third-party email marketing tool.
Analytics & Advertising: Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel help us understand user behavior and optimize our marketing.
Affiliate Tracking: If you access our Website through an affiliate link, third-party tracking services may collect relevant data for commission attribution.

These third parties process data under their own privacy policies, which we recommend reviewing.

2. Personal Data Retention Periods

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

Messaging Data: Stored until you withdraw consent, or for two (2) years from your last interaction.
Correspondence Data: Stored for six (6) months after the last communication.
Device Data & Tracking Data: Stored for two (2) years, unless consent is withdrawn earlier.
Email Marketing Data: Stored in Klaviyo until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

After these periods, data is permanently deleted unless required for legal obligations.

3. Your Rights

Under GDPR and CCPA, you have the following rights:

Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal exemptions).
Restriction: Request to limit processing under certain circumstances.
Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw marketing consent at any time.
No Automated Decisions: Opt-out of automated decision-making.

To exercise these rights, contact us via info@wellnessjournal.co or our Contact Us page.

4. Marketing & Communications

We send marketing emails to subscribers who have given consent. You can unsubscribe at any time using the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or by contacting us at info@wellnessjournal.co.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve website performance and analyze user behavior.

A. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website’s functionality.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the site.
Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party services (e.g., Facebook, Google) for personalized ads.

B. Managing Cookies

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Refer to your browser settings for control options:

If you block cookies, some website features may not function properly.

6. Children’s Data

We do not knowingly collect or process data from individuals under 18. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

7. California Consumer Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

No Sale of Personal Data: We do not sell or share personal data for direct marketing.
Non-Discrimination: You will not be penalized for exercising your privacy rights.
Data Requests: You may request information on how we collect, use, and disclose your data by contacting us via info@wellnessjournal.co or our Contact Us page.

8. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers allow users to send a Do Not Track (DNT) signal to websites. Currently, we do not respond to these signals, as there is no consistent industry standard. However, you can manage tracking through browser settings and opt-out options provided by third-party services (e.g., Google, Facebook).

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our data practices. Any significant changes will be posted on our Website, and if required by law, we will notify you via email.

Contact Us

For any privacy-related inquiries, you can reach us at:

📩 Email: info@wellnessjournal.co
🌍 Website: https://thewellnessjournal.co