Privacy Policy - The Style Saloniste

Effective Date: August 8, 2025
Contact Email: [email protected]

Welcome to TheStyleSaloniste.com. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have when visiting or interacting with our website.

By using this site, you agree to the terms of this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect limited personal data and only for purposes directly related to improving your experience and communicating with you.

Information You Provide Voluntarily

You may provide personal information when you:

Subscribe to our newsletter or email updates
Fill out a contact form
Comment on a blog post (if commenting is enabled)
Reach out via email or request information

This information may include:

Your name
Your email address
Any content you choose to share in a message or comment

All data you provide is voluntary and used only for the purpose for which it was submitted.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit TheStyleSaloniste.com, we may collect certain data automatically through cookies or analytics tools. This includes:

Your IP address
Browser type and version
Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
Operating system
Pages you view and time spent on the site
Referring website or search terms

This data is collected to understand how users interact with our site and improve performance.

We do not collect payment information, precise location data, or sensitive personal data.

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years old.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect only for the purposes listed below:

To respond to your emails or form submissions
To send newsletters or updates if you subscribe
To improve the design, layout, and content of the website
To analyze traffic and performance through tools like Google Analytics
To protect the site from spam or unauthorized use

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with advertisers or external marketers.

We do not use your data for profiling or tracking across third-party websites.

Legal Grounds for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, United Kingdom, or another region with data protection laws, we rely on the following legal bases:

Consent
We ask for your consent before collecting or using your personal information for things like newsletters or non-essential cookies.

Legitimate Interest
We use anonymized analytics data and site protection tools to ensure the website performs well and stays secure.

Legal Obligation
We may retain some data if required to comply with legal or tax obligations.

You may withdraw consent at any time by unsubscribing or contacting [email protected].

Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your browser. They help us remember your preferences and understand how people use our site.

We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies
These are required to make the website function correctly.

Analytics Cookies
Used to collect anonymous data about how visitors use the site. This helps us improve content and usability.

Preference Cookies
Help remember choices you’ve made, like cookie settings.

When you first visit the site, you’ll see a cookie banner. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings at any time.

We do not use advertising, social media, or tracking cookies.

Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell or disclose your personal data to advertisers or unrelated third parties.

We may share data with a few trusted service providers who help us operate the website, including:

Hosting Provider
Stores the site and any contact form data submitted through the platform.

Email Marketing Service
Used to send newsletters. If you subscribe, your name and email will be stored securely in that system.

Analytics Tool
Google Analytics (or a similar platform) helps us understand site performance using anonymized usage data.

Spam Protection
We may use a tool like Akismet to filter out spam from contact forms or comments.

All service providers we use are required to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for its intended purpose.

Email subscriptions are kept until you unsubscribe or become inactive for 12 months
Contact form messages are kept for up to 12 months unless deleted earlier
Analytics data is anonymized and retained for 12 months
Comments (if enabled) may remain indefinitely unless requested for removal

You may request deletion of your data at any time by emailing [email protected].

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct or update any inaccurate data
Request that we delete your information
Withdraw consent for communications
Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Object to certain uses of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for a general audience and is not targeted at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If you believe a child has submitted data to us, please contact us immediately. We will delete it as soon as possible.

International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted in the United States. If you are located in another country, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

We use secure, reputable service providers and take steps to protect your data during any cross-border transfer.

Security

We use appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:

HTTPS encryption
Secure, regularly maintained hosting environment
Access controls for administrators
Routine software and plugin updates

While no system can guarantee complete protection, we take your privacy seriously and work to keep your data safe.

Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” signal. Our site does not currently respond to DNT requests, but you can still manage your privacy using our cookie settings and your browser controls.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you may have the following rights:

Request to know what personal information we collect
Request to access or delete your personal information
Request that we do not sell your data (we do not sell data)
Be treated equally regardless of your privacy choices

To make a CCPA request, contact us at [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before completing your request.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy if our practices change or if required by law. If changes are made, we will update the effective date at the top of this page.

We recommend reviewing this page occasionally to stay informed about how your data is handled.