Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 15, 2024

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  • Introduction
  • Information We Collect
  • How We Use Information
  • Information Sharing
  • Cookies & Tracking
  • Data Security
  • Your Rights
  • GDPR Compliance
  • CCPA Compliance
  • Data Retention
  • Children's Privacy
  • Policy Updates
  • Contact Us

1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Inner Compass, we understand that your privacy is fundamental to the trust required for transformative coaching. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information when you use our website (orenknaan.com) and coaching services.

Our Promise: We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. Your transformation journey is private and sacred.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

Identity Information

Name, email address, phone number, location

Payment Information

Processed securely via PayPal (we don't store card details)

Coaching Information

Intake forms, assessments, goals, session notes

Communications

Emails, WhatsApp messages, feedback, testimonials

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, referral sources
  • Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address
  • Cookie Data: Preferences, session information, analytics

3. How We Use Your Information

Service Delivery
  • Provide coaching services tailored to your needs
  • Schedule and manage appointments
  • Send session preparation and follow-up materials
  • Provide WhatsApp support between sessions
Communication
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Send appointment reminders and confirmations
  • Share relevant resources and insights
  • Send newsletters (only with your consent)
Improvement
  • Enhance our coaching methodologies
  • Personalize your experience
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our website
  • Develop new programs based on client needs
Legal & Security
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and abuse
  • Enforce our terms of service
  • Maintain records for tax and accounting purposes

4. How We Share Your Information

We NEVER sell your personal information

Trusted Service Providers

We work with carefully selected partners who help us deliver our services:

Zoom
Zoom

Video conferencing for coaching sessions

TidyCal
TidyCal

Appointment scheduling and calendar management

PayPal
PayPal

Secure payment processing

Brevo
Brevo (SendinBlue)

Email marketing and automation

Other Disclosures

We may share information when:

  • You provide explicit consent
  • Required by law or legal process
  • Necessary to protect rights and safety
  • In connection with a business transfer (with notice to you)

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Essential Cookies

Required for website functionality, security, and authentication

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)

Preference Cookies

Remember your settings and personalization choices

Your Cookie Choices

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality.

6. How We Protect Your Data

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

Encryption

SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission

Access Controls

Limited access on a need-to-know basis

Secure Storage

Protected servers with regular backups

Regular Updates

Security patches and vulnerability assessments

Important: While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have important rights regarding your personal information:

Access

Request a copy of your personal data

Correction

Update or correct inaccurate information

Deletion

Request removal of your personal data

Portability

Receive your data in a portable format

Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing communications

Object

Object to certain processing activities

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]

8. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data based on:

Contract Performance: To deliver coaching services you've purchased
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and communicate with you
Consent: For marketing communications and optional data collection
Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

EU residents have additional rights including the right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities.

9. CCPA Compliance (California Users)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how we use it
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell your data)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of exercising privacy rights
Notice: We do not sell personal information and have not done so in the preceding 12 months.

10. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary:

Active Client Data: Duration of coaching relationship plus 7 years
Session Notes: 7 years after last session (professional standards)
Financial Records: 7 years (tax and accounting requirements)
Marketing Data: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
Website Analytics: 26 months (Google Analytics default)

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it immediately.

If you believe we have information from or about a child, please contact us at [email protected]

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

How We'll Notify You:
  • Email notification for material changes
  • Website banner for minor updates
  • Updated "Last Modified" date at the top

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns:

Email

[email protected]

Data Protection Officer

Oren Knaan

Response Time

Within 30 days

Privacy Request Form: For faster processing, please include "Privacy Request" in your email subject line and specify the nature of your request.

Your Privacy Matters

We're committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with the utmost care and respect. Your trust is essential to our coaching relationship, and we take that responsibility seriously.