Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 9, 2025
Last Updated: June 9, 2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Nadine Carr (“we,” “us,” “our”) collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Canadian Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, company details
- Communication Records: Messages, emails, and other communications with us
- Service Information: Details about services you’re interested in or have purchased
- Payment Information: Billing details and transaction records (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
Information Collected Automatically
- Website Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns, referral sources
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: See our Cookie Policy section below
Information from Third Parties
- Social Media: Information from social media platforms when you interact with our content
- Business Partners: Information shared by partners with your consent
- Public Sources: Publicly available business information for B2B purposes
How We Use Your Information
Service Delivery
- Providing HR consulting, training, and business growth services
- Creating and delivering digital content and learning experiences
- Communicating about your projects and services
- Processing payments and managing accounts
Business Operations
- Responding to inquiries and providing customer support
- Improving our website and services
- Conducting business analysis and planning
- Managing legal and regulatory compliance
Marketing and Communications
- Sending newsletters and service updates (with your consent)
- Sharing relevant business insights and resources
- Promoting services that may interest you
- Building and maintaining business relationships
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
- Consent: When you’ve given clear consent for specific purposes
- Contract: To fulfill our contractual obligations to you
- Legitimate Interests: For business development, security, and service improvement
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
How We Share Your Information
We may share your personal information in these circumstances:
Service Providers
- Third-party vendors who help us operate our business (email services, payment processors, analytics providers)
- All service providers are contractually required to protect your information
Business Transfers
- In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or sale of business assets
- Your information would be transferred as part of the transaction
Legal Requirements
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights, safety, or property
- To investigate potential violations of our terms
With Your Consent
- Any other sharing you specifically authorize
International Data Transfers
As we serve international clients, your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:
- Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
- Standard contractual clauses
- Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Retention periods vary based on:
- The nature of the information
- The purpose for which it was collected
- Legal and regulatory requirements
- Our legitimate business needs
Typical Retention Periods
- Contact Information: For active business relationships
- Communication Records: 7 years
- Website Analytics Data: 26 months
- Marketing Data: Until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
General Rights
- Access: Request copies of your personal information
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
- Restriction: Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Marketing Rights
- Unsubscribe: Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
- Opt-out: Request to stop receiving promotional materials
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information provided below. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law (typically 30 days).
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage and improve performance
- Marketing Cookies: Support our marketing efforts and personalization
Your Choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and staff training
- Secure data storage and backup procedures
While we strive to protect your information, no security system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we’ve collected information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting updates on our website
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Other appropriate communication methods
Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us:
Email: contact@nadinecarr.com
Subject Line: Privacy Policy Inquiry
Data Protection Officer: Nadine Carr
For EU Residents
If you’re located in the European Union and have concerns about our data handling practices, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
For California Residents
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA. For specific information about California privacy rights, please contact us using the information above.
Canadian Residents
Canadians have privacy rights under PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act) and provincial privacy laws. If you have concerns about our data handling practices, you can contact:
Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
- Website: www.priv.gc.ca
- Phone: 1-800-282-1376
- You can file a complaint online or by phone if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
This Privacy Policy reflects our commitment to protecting your personal information and maintaining transparency about our data practices.