Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our Service.

Last updated: 9 October 2023

By visiting this Website and communicating electronically with us, you consent to the processing and transfer of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Who We Are

Linda Smallbones Fresh Hope Play Therapy and Counselling.

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our Service. It also informs you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

We use your Personal Data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Definitions

Account: A unique account created for you to access our Service or parts of it.
Company: Refers to Linda Smallbones Fresh Hope Play Therapy and Counselling (also referred to as "We," "Us," or "Our").
Cookies: Small files placed on your device that contain details of your browsing history and other data.
Country: South Africa.
Device: Any device capable of accessing the Service (e.g., computer, cellphone, tablet).
Personal Data: Information that identifies or contacts an individual, including business-related details.
Service: Refers to the Website.
Service Provider: Third-party companies or individuals processing data on behalf of the Company.
Usage Data: Data collected automatically, such as IP addresses, browser details, and time spent on pages.
Website: This website.
You: The individual using the Service or the entity represented by the individual.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data
- Personally identifiable information (e.g., name, email address) collected to contact or identify you.
Usage Data
- Collected automatically, including IP address, browser type, device details, and usage patterns.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Used to track activity and improve the Service. Includes session and persistent cookies for functionality, security, and user preferences.

Use of Your Personal Data

Your Personal Data may be used for:

Providing and maintaining the Service: Includes monitoring usage and managing your account.
Communication: Sending updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (with your consent).
Service improvement: Analyzing trends, usage, and promotional effectiveness.
Legal compliance: Fulfilling legal obligations or protecting rights.
Business purposes: Including transfers, mergers, or acquisitions.

Your data may be shared:

With Service Providers for analysis and communication.
During business transfers, such as mergers or sales.
With affiliates and business partners.
With other users when information is shared in public areas.
With your consent for specific purposes.

Retention and Transfer of Personal Data

Data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Data may be transferred to locations with different data protection laws but will be protected according to this policy.

Security of Your Personal Data

While we use commercially acceptable methods to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not directed at individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian aware of such data being provided, please contact us to remove it.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or content.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes are effective when posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, contact Linda Smallbones.