Privacy Policy
Last updated: 02/05/2026
This Privacy Policy explains how I, Emily C. Wangari ("I," "me," or "my"), collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website, book 1:1 sessions, join group offerings or programs, or otherwise interact with my services (collectively, the "Services").
By using this website or my Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the website or Services.
1. Information I Collect
I may collect different types of information, including:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Contact details, such as your name, email address, phone number
- Basic demographic information you choose to share
- Information you provide when booking sessions, registering for programs, or filling out forms
- Messages you send via contact forms, email, or other communication channels
- Information you share during 1:1 or group sessions (notes, context about your situation, goals, etc.)
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically by your browser or device, such as:
- IP address
- Device type, browser type, and settings
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or link
This information is generally used in an aggregated way to help understand how the site is being used and to improve the experience.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
If you choose to interact with me via other platforms (such as scheduling tools, payment processors, or email marketing services), I may receive information from those third parties consistent with their privacy policies and your settings with them.
2. How I Use Your Information
- Providing, scheduling, and managing 1:1 sessions, groups, and programs
- Responding to your inquiries and messages
- Sending administrative information, such as confirmations, reminders, or updates about your sessions or programs
- Sending you optional newsletters, resources, or updates (you can opt out at any time)
- Improving the website, Services, and user experience
- Maintaining security and preventing misuse or fraud
- Complying with legal obligations or protecting my rights
My Services are educational and strategic in nature and do not involve managing accounts, handling client funds, or providing regulated financial, legal, or tax services.
3. Legal Bases for Processing (If Applicable)
If you are located in a region that requires it (such as the European Economic Area or the UK), I rely on one or more of the following legal bases to process your personal information:
- Your consent
- The performance of a contract (for example, when you engage me for Services)
- Compliance with legal obligations
- My legitimate interests, such as improving my Services and communicating with you about them
4. How I Store and Protect Your Information
I aim to use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the personal information I hold. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
While I strive to protect your personal information, I cannot guarantee its absolute security. You share information at your own risk and are encouraged to use caution when sharing sensitive details online.
5. Sharing Your Information
I do not sell your personal information.
I may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating the website and delivering Services, including but not limited to:
• Website hosting platforms
• Booking and scheduling systems
• Payment processors
• Email communication services
• Video conferencing platforms
• Form or data collection tools
• Analytics providers
These providers receive only the information necessary to perform their functions and are expected to protect it and use it only for that purpose.
I may also share information with:
• Professional advisors (such as legal or accounting support)
• Authorities if required by law
• Parties necessary to prevent fraud, misuse, or harm
6. Data Retention
I keep personal information only for as long as necessary to provide Services, maintain records, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
Information related to bookings, payments, sessions, and communications may be retained for recordkeeping, accounting, legal compliance, or dispute resolution purposes, even after Services have been completed.
7. Your Choices & Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights related to your personal information, such as:
- The right to access the personal information I hold about you
- The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- The right to request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances
- The right to restrict or object to certain types of processing
- The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact me using the information in the "Contact" section below. I may need to verify your identity before responding to certain requests.
You may also opt out of receiving marketing emails at any time by following the "unsubscribe" link in those communications or by contacting me directly.
8. Cookies and Similar Technologies
This website or its service providers may use cookies or similar technologies to collect usage data and improve your experience.
You can usually set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some parts of the site may not function properly without them.
9. International Transfers
If you are accessing this website from outside the country where my practice is primarily based, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and stored on servers in other countries, which may have different data protection laws than your own.
Where required by law, I will take steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information when it is transferred internationally.
10. Children’s Privacy
This website and my Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
If I become aware that I have collected personal information from a child under 18 without appropriate consent, I will take steps to delete that information.
11. Third-Party Websites
The website may contain links to third-party sites that are not operated by me. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site.
I have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. You are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices, the law, or the Services.
When I update the Policy, I will revise the "Last updated" date at the top. Continued use of the website or Services after changes are posted means you accept the updated Policy.
13. Contact
If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can contact me at:
Website: emilycwangari.com