Privacy Policy
Last updated: [November 11, 2025]
At Creative Card Alchemy, Soulful Venture Holistic Coaching and WildRyn (all entities are a division of Janet Cook Alchemy), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, download a freebie, make a purchase, or interact with our services.
Who We Are
Our website address is: https://janetcookalchemy.com.
You may contact us at: hello@janetcookalchemy.com
What Personal Data We Collect and Why
We collect information in the following ways:
1. Information You Provide Directly
- Name and email (for freebies, contact forms, consultations, or newsletter subscriptions)
- Payment and billing details (collected securely through Stripe for purchases or services)
- Survey responses (e.g., during market research interviews)
- Preferences or responses (e.g., during surveys, forms, or giveaways)
2. Comments
When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comments form, plus the IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam. An anonymized hash may be sent to the Gravatar service. Gravatar Privacy Policy
3. Media Uploads
If you upload images, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors can download and extract this information.
4. Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences (e.g., name and email in comments)
- Enable login functionality (e.g., screen options, session cookies)
- Analyze website traffic and improve user experience
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
5. Embedded Content
Articles or blog posts may include embedded content (e.g., videos, social media feeds, etc.) that behaves as if you visited the third-party site. These may collect data or use cookies according to their own privacy policies.
6. Email & Payment Platforms
We use trusted third-party platforms to support our services:
- MailerLite to manage our email communications, subscriptions, and automation.
- Stripe to securely process digital payments. These platforms may collect basic personal and payment details necessary to complete your transaction or deliver your downloads.
These services comply with international privacy and data protection standards.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your data. We only share information with:
- Trusted platforms that help us deliver services (e.g., email marketing, payment processors, scheduling tools)
- Security tools (e.g., spam detection services)
If you request a password reset, your IP address may be included in the reset email.
How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments: Retained indefinitely (so follow-ups are auto-approved).
- Registered Users: If you register, we store your profile information until you delete your account.
- Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe.
- Clients or Participants: Transaction and project details may be stored as long as necessary for business or legal obligations.
Your Data Rights
If you have an account or have left comments, you can:
- Request an export of the data we hold about you
- Request the deletion of your personal data
This does not include data we’re required to keep for legal, administrative, or security reasons.
If you reside in the EU, UK, or California, you may have additional rights under GDPR/CCPA, such as access to, correction, or erasure of your personal data. Please contact us to request these rights.
To make a request, contact hello@janetcookalchemy.com
Where Your Data Is Sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service. Other data may be processed by third-party tools (e.g., email platforms, cloud storage) that adhere to privacy and data protection standards.
Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.
If you have purchased a digital product, we encourage you to review this policy occasionally to stay informed of how we protect your information.