Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for The International Retreats

Last Updated: 14 September 2023

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At International Writing Retreats, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.

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Information We Collect

- Personal Information: We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and postal address when you provide it voluntarily, such as when you subscribe to our newsletter, register for our retreats, or contact us through our website.

- Payment Information: When you make a payment for our retreats or services, we may collect payment information, including credit card numbers, to process your transactions securely. However, we do not store this information after the transaction is complete.

- Usage Information: We collect information about your interactions with our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to gather this data.

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How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

- Providing Services: We use your personal information to register you for our retreats, process payments, and communicate with you about your bookings.

- Newsletter: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you updates, promotions, and information about our retreats and services. You can opt out of these emails at any time.

- Improving Our Services: We analyze usage data to improve our website, services, and customer experiences.

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Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.

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Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or delivering our services, but they are obligated to keep your information confidential.

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Your Choices

- Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the emails.

- Access and Correction: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections or updates to it.

- Cookies: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can disable or delete cookies if you wish, but it may affect your experience on our website.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will post the updated policy on our website with the effective date.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at info@thewritingroom.co.za