Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 20, 2024
Cookie Policy and Preferences
Cookie Categories
1. Necessary Cookies (Required)
Essential for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
- Session management
- Security features
- Basic functionality
2. Analytics Cookies (Optional)
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
- Page views and navigation
- Time spent on site
- Error tracking
3. Marketing Cookies (Optional)
Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing effectiveness.
- Ad personalization
- Campaign tracking
- Conversion measurement
4. Preference Cookies (Optional)
Remember your settings for future visits.
- Language preferences
- Region settings
- Customization options
Data Collection and Usage
Information Collection Through Third-Party Services
We primarily collect information through our scheduling service, Calendly, when you book a consultation. The following information is collected:
- Personal Information: First name, last name, email address, phone number (and optional SMS number)
- Organization Information: Organization/Company name (e.g., business or firm) and service interest
This information is collected and processed by Calendly in accordance with their privacy policy. We only receive and process this information to schedule and prepare for your consultation.
Website Usage Information
Our website collects minimal technical data necessary for operation and security:
- Cookie preferences
- Basic analytics data (if consented)
- Security-related technical information
How We Use Your Information
- Schedule and prepare for consultations
- Provide requested information about our services
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Ensure website security
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access.
Security Measures
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Data backup and recovery procedures
- Employee training on data protection
Your Rights
Under GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy laws, you have the following rights:
GDPR Rights (EU)
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Restrict processing
- Data portability
- Object to processing
CCPA Rights (California)
- Know what personal data is collected
- Know if personal data is sold or disclosed
- Say no to the sale of personal data
- Access your personal data
- Request deletion of personal data
- Equal service and price
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Calendly: Our primary scheduling service that collects consultation booking information. View their privacy policy.
- AWS: For secure website hosting and infrastructure
- Analytics Services: Only activated with your consent to analyze website usage
Each third-party service has its own privacy policy and handling of personal data. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.
Contact Us
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: info@blacksphere.org
- Address: 8 The Green, STE A, Dover DE 19901