Privacy Policy for Profitable Practitioner
Last Updated: 19 October 2024
Profitable Practitioner (the "Website," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with UK data protection laws, including the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. This Privacy Policy outlines the information we collect, how we use and protect it, and your rights regarding your data when you use our services through profitablepractitioner.org (the "Site").
1. Data Controller Information
Profitable Practitioner is the data controller for personal data collected via the Site, which is hosted on a platform provided by Podia Labs, Inc.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
a. Information You Provide to Us Directly
Contact Information: When you register, subscribe, or contact us, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide.
Billing Information: For paid services, we collect your billing details. All payments are processed securely by third-party providers such as Stripe; we do not store full payment details.
b. Automatically Collected Information
Cookies and Usage Data: We use cookies, IP addresses, and device identifiers to improve our Site, analyse trends, and enhance user experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information under the lawful bases of consent, contract performance, legitimate interest, and legal compliance for purposes such as:
Providing Services: To deliver educational resources, updates, and support relevant to private practice.
Marketing and Personalisation: To personalise your experience and provide targeted content and advertising.
Security and Compliance: To protect the Site and comply with legal obligations.
4. Your Rights Under UK Data Protection Law
You have rights under the UK GDPR regarding your personal data, including:
Access and Rectification: Request a copy or correction of your data.
Erasure and Restriction: Request deletion or restriction of processing.
Data Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a portable format.
Objection and Consent Withdrawal: Object to processing or withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at concierge@profitablepractitioner.org.
5. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. Once no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
6. Data Sharing and Transfers
We do not share, sell, or rent personal information to third parties, except as required by law or as follows:
Service Providers: Trusted vendors (e.g., Stripe) may access data to assist with payment processing or marketing. These providers are required to uphold strict data protection standards.
Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, protect rights, or as required by a valid legal process.
The Site is hosted in the United States. For data transfers from the UK or EU, we ensure adequate safeguards in line with the UK GDPR.
7. Data Security
We implement technical and organisational measures to protect your data but note that no online service is fully secure.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies to enhance your experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser. For details, visit www.ico.org.uk.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under 16. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 16, we will delete it promptly.
10. Advertising Standards Compliance
All promotional content complies with ASA guidelines for transparency and accuracy. Any third-party advertising will be clearly marked.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Updates will be posted here, and significant changes will be communicated.
12. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
If you’re unsatisfied with our response, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.