At Gonsalves Method, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website or interact with our services. By using our website or submitting information, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following personal data through our online forms:

● Name

● Business Name

● Email Address

● Phone Number

This information is provided when you:

● Fill out our contact form or any other form on our website.

● Subscribe to our newsletter (if available in the future).

● Book consultations or services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

● To Respond to Your Inquiries: We use your name, email, and phone number to respond to questions or requests regarding our services.

● To Provide Services: Your data helps us schedule consultations, provide our services, and process payments (if applicable).

● To Send Marketing Communications: If you have opted into our newsletter or marketing communications, we may send you relevant information about our services, promotions, or updates. In the future, we may use Mailchimp to manage these communications.

● To Improve Our Website and Services: We may use feedback or information to improve our website functionality or services.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your personal data with trusted third-party providers who assist in providing services to you, including:

● Mailchimp (for email marketing, if applicable in the future): If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may share your email address and name with Mailchimp to send marketing emails. Mailchimp follows GDPR guidelines, and you can review its privacy policy here: Mailchimp Privacy Policy.

● Other Service Providers: We may share your data with other trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, customer management platforms) to assist with providing our services.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your user experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us track how users interact with our site.

● Types of Cookies Used: We may use cookies for tracking website analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) and remembering user preferences.

● Cookie Management: You can control cookies through your browser settings. For more details on cookies and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. If you request the deletion of your data, we will comply, subject to any legal retention requirements.

6. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

● Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

● Right to Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.

● Right to Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to any legal obligations we may have to retain it.

● Right to Withdraw Consent: If you have opted into receiving communications, you can withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails (via Mailchimp) or by contacting us directly.

● Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data for marketing purposes or other legitimate interests.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: Email: [Your contact email] Phone: [Your contact number] Address: [Your business address]

7. Security of Your Information

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

8. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of the UK, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries with different data protection laws. By providing your personal data, you consent to this transfer and processing.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal obligations, or services. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at: Email: [Your contact email] Phone: [Your contact number] Address: [Your business address]

Data Protection Policy for Gonsalves Method Website Last updated: June 2025.

At Gonsalves Method, we are dedicated to ensuring the privacy and protection of the personal data we collect and process. This Data Protection Policy outlines how we protect your personal data, our legal obligations, and the steps we take to safeguard your privacy.

1. Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

● Service Provision: To provide services like consultations, training, or any other services offered by Gonsalves Method.

● Marketing and Communication: To communicate with users, including sending promotional material or newsletters (with consent).

● Improvement of Services: To enhance the quality of our services and website through feedback and analytics.

2. Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process personal data based on the following legal grounds:

● Consent: When you provide your data to us through forms or sign up for communications, we rely on your explicit consent to process your information.

● Contractual Necessity: If you engage with us for our services, we may process your data as necessary to fulfill our contract with you (e.g., scheduling consultations).

● Legitimate Interests: We may process personal data for business purposes, such as improving our website, maintaining communication, or other legitimate interests.

3. Data Minimization

We are committed to collecting only the personal data that is necessary for the specific purposes outlined in this policy. We do not collect excessive or irrelevant information.

4. Data Accuracy

We ensure that the personal data we hold is accurate and up to date. You have the right to request corrections to any inaccurate information we hold about you.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal or regulatory obligations. If you wish to have your personal data deleted, you can contact us at any time, and we will comply with your request, subject to any legal retention periods.

6. Data Security

We take all reasonable steps to protect the data we collect from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. Our security measures include:

● Encryption of sensitive data during transmission.

● Access Control to limit data access to authorized personnel.

● Secure Data Storage to prevent unauthorized access.

7. Third-Party Service Providers

We may engage third-party service providers (e.g., email marketing services like Mailchimp, payment processors, customer management tools) to assist with our operations. These providers are required to comply with appropriate data protection standards, and we will ensure they handle your data securely.

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

● Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

● Correction: You can ask us to correct or update your information.

● Deletion: You can request the deletion of your data at any time.

● Withdrawal of Consent: If we rely on your consent to process your data, you can withdraw that consent at any time.

● Data Portability: You can request that your data be transferred to another service provider in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.

● Objection: You can object to the processing of your personal data, including for direct marketing purposes.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at the details provided below. (details)

9. International Data Transfers

We may transfer your data to countries outside your country of residence, including to the United States or other jurisdictions where our third-party service providers operate. In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

10. Compliance with Regulations

We comply with all applicable data protection regulations, including:

● General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the EU/UK.

● California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for users in California (if applicable).

● PIPEDA for users in Canada.

11. Changes to This Data Protection Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data processing practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly.