Privacy-Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Valerie G. Woods (“I,” “me,” or “my”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit this Website, subscribe to the newsletter, download resources, make a purchase, or otherwise interact with the Website.

This policy complies with:
• PIPEDA – Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (Canada)
• GDPR – General Data Protection Regulation (European Union)
• CCPA – California Consumer Privacy Act (United States – California residents)

This Website is intended for users who are 18 years of age and older. If you are under 18, please do not provide personal information.

Information I Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide
This includes information you provide when you:
• Subscribe to the newsletter or email list
• Fill out a form on the Website
• Contact me directly
• Purchase a digital product

This may include:
• Name
• Email address
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
• Any personal messages you send

Note: Payment details are not stored on this Website. Payments are securely processed through trusted third-party platforms.

Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Website, certain data may be automatically collected, such as:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Pages visited and time spent on the site
• Referring website or link

How I Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:
• Provide access to digital products, downloads, or services
• Process payments and deliver purchased products
• Communicate with you, including newsletters and updates (with consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Improve Website functionality, content, and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraudulent activity

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR – EU Visitors)

If you are located in the EU, I rely on one or more of the following lawful bases to process your personal data:
• Consent
• Performance of a contract
• Legal obligation
• Legitimate interest

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

This Website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze performance. You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time, though some features may not function properly.

Disclosure of Your Information

I do not sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

Your information may be shared with:
• Trusted third-party service providers (email platforms, payment processors, hosting/analytics)
• Legal authorities if required by law

Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary. Email addresses are kept until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Purchase records may be kept as required by law.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may request to:
• Access or correct your information
• Delete your information (Right to be Forgotten – EU)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Unsubscribe from communications at any time

To make a request, contact: valerie@valeriegwoods.com

Third-Party Links

External links may appear on this Website. I am not responsible for external site content or policies.

Data Security

Reasonable measures are taken to safeguard information; however, no online system is 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under 13, and no data is knowingly collected from them.

International Data Transfers

If accessing from outside Canada, your information may be processed in Canada or other countries.

Changes to This Policy

Updates may occur periodically. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent version. Continued use indicates acceptance.

Contact Information

For privacy-related questions:
Email: valerie@valeriegwoods.com
Website: valeriegwoods.com