Privacy Policy for Sanctus Virtue Online Institute
Privacy Policy for Western Renewal
Effective Date: December 23, 2024
Sanctus Virtue Publishing (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website www.westernrenewal.com (“Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you use our Website and services, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data Controller
The data controller for this Website is:
Christopher Ross
Sanctus Virtue Publishing
6659 Schaefer Rd #1184
Dearborn, MI 48126, US
Email: Christopher.Ross@westernrenewal.com
2. Data Collection
We collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a. Information You Provide Directly
Account Registration: Name, email address, billing address, and payment details.
Subscriptions: Preferences and chosen subscription plans.
Contact Forms: Messages and queries submitted through our contact forms.
b. Information Collected Automatically
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: IP address, browser type, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and other analytical data.
c. Information from Third Parties
Payment processors may provide us with partial information to confirm payment status.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Performance of a Contract: To fulfill orders, manage subscriptions, and provide services.
Consent: For marketing communications and optional cookies.
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, ensure security, and understand user preferences.
Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
4. Use of Personal Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
To process transactions and deliver products and services.
To communicate about your account, orders, or inquiries.
To provide access to online courses and manage subscriptions.
To analyze user behavior and improve our Website.
To send marketing emails (if you have opted in).
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
5. Data Sharing
We may share your personal data with:
Service Providers: Payment processors, email marketing platforms, and analytics providers.
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
6. International Data Transfers
Our Website is based in the United States. If you are accessing our services from the European Economic Area (EEA), your data may be transferred to the US. We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, are in place to protect your data.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.
Account Information: Retained until your account is deleted.
Transaction Data: Retained for tax and legal obligations (typically 7 years).
Marketing Data: Retained until you opt out or withdraw consent.
8. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
Restriction: Limit the processing of your data.
Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
Withdraw Consent: Opt out of marketing communications or other processing activities based on consent.
To exercise your rights, contact us at Christopher.Ross@westernrenewal.com.
9. Cookies and Tracking
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies:
Essential Cookies: Necessary for Website functionality.
Analytics Cookies: For tracking and improving user experience.
Marketing Cookies: To provide personalized advertisements (if applicable).
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.
10. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Christopher Ross
Sanctus Virtue Publishing
6659 Schaefer Rd #1184
Dearborn, MI 48126, US
Email: Christopher.Ross@westernrenewal.com
Thank you for trusting Sanctus Virtue Publishing and Western Renewal.