Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 30, 2025
Who We Are
Secrets to Sustained Happiness (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates the website https://secretstosustainedhappiness.com/ (the “Site”). If you have questions about this policy or your data, contact us at sandrajo@secretstosustainedhappiness.com.
What We Collect
– Contact data: your email address and (optional) first name when you sign up for emails or send us a message.
– Technical data: IP address, device and browser type, pages visited, referring/exit pages, and timestamps (via cookies, server logs, and similar technologies).
– Anti‑spam/security data: information processed by Google reCAPTCHA to help prevent abuse.
– Analytics data: aggregated information about how visitors use the Site (via Google Analytics).
How We Collect Data
We collect data when you enter it in forms (e.g., newsletter sign‑ups), when our Site places cookies on your device, and when our service providers process information to keep the Site secure and functioning.
How We Use Data
– To send newsletters and deliver requested resources (e.g., your free download).
– To respond to your messages and support requests.
– To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its content.
– To prevent spam, fraud, or abuse and to keep the Site secure.
Our Legal Bases (EU/UK visitors)
If you are in the EU/UK, our legal bases under the GDPR include: consent (for marketing emails), legitimate interests (for site security and basic analytics), and legal obligations (where record‑keeping is required).
Service Providers (Processors)
We use trusted providers to help us run the Site and communicate with you, including Mailchimp (email service), WordPress plugins (e.g., Forminator), Google reCAPTCHA (spam protection), Google Analytics (website analytics), and web hosting/backup/security. These providers process personal data on our instructions under contracts that protect your information.
International Transfers
Our service providers may process data in countries other than your own (for example, the United States). Where applicable, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses to protect your information.
Retention
– Subscribers: kept while you’re subscribed and for up to 24 months after inactivity, or until you request deletion.
– Form entries/logs: typically kept for up to 12 months for security/troubleshooting, unless retained longer for legitimate reasons.
– Analytics data: retained according to our Google Analytics data‑retention settings.
Your Choices & Rights
– Unsubscribe: every marketing email contains an unsubscribe link.
– Access/Correction/Deletion: contact us to request a copy of your data, correct it, or ask us to delete it.
– Cookie controls: you can manage cookies in your browser settings and (if available) via our cookie banner preferences.
EU/UK Rights
If you are in the EU/UK, you may have rights to access, rectify, delete, restrict, or object to processing, and to data portability. You may also withdraw consent at any time (this does not affect processing before withdrawal). You can lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
California Privacy Notice
If you are a California resident, the CPRA provides certain rights, including the right to know, correct, and delete personal information. We do not sell or share your personal information as “sell” or “share” are defined under California law, and we do not use or disclose sensitive personal information for purposes that require a “Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information” link. To exercise your rights, email us.
Cookies & Analytics
We use necessary cookies to operate the Site and may use analytics cookies to understand how it is used. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. For Google Analytics, you can learn about the opt‑out browser add‑on at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Third‑Party Links
Our Site may link to other websites we do not control. Their privacy practices are their own; please review their policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will change, and we may notify you about material changes.
Contact Us
Email: sandrajo@secretstosustainedhappiness.com
reCAPTCHA
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Note
This policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.