Sophron Studies(“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates this website (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share personal information when you visit the Site, make a purchase, sign up for our newsletter, or otherwise interact with us.
Information we collect
- Information you provide: For example, name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment-related details you enter when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or place an order. Payment information is typically collected and processed by our payment processor (for example, Stripe); we do not store your full payment card details on our servers.
- Order and account information: Details needed to fulfill purchases, provide customer support, and communicate about your order.
- Device and usage data: Such as IP address, browser type, device type, general location derived from IP, pages viewed, and referring URLs. This may be collected using cookies, pixels, or similar technologies.
- Communications: Messages you send us by email or through forms on the Site.
How we use information
We use personal information to:
- Provide, fulfill, and support orders and downloads
- Communicate with you about purchases, inquiries, and transactional messages
- Send marketing emails when you have opted in (you can unsubscribe using the link in those emails)
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our services
- Monitor and analyze usage and performance, including through analytics tools
- Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or security issues
- Comply with law and enforce our terms
Legal bases (if applicable)
If we process personal information subject to certain privacy laws, we rely on one or more of the following bases as required by applicable law: your consent, performance of a contract, our legitimate interests (such as improving the Site and securing our services), and compliance with legal obligations.
How we share information
We may share personal information with:
- Service providers who assist us with hosting, content management, email delivery, payment processing, shipping, analytics, customer support, and security
- Professional advisors (such as lawyers or accountants) when needed
- Authorities when required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security
- Business transfers in connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale (we will continue to protect your information as described here to the extent required by law)
We do not sell your personal information in the common sense of “selling” data for money. If we ever engage in activities that could be considered a “sale” or “sharing” under U.S. state privacy laws, we will provide legally required notices and choices.
Cookies and analytics
We may use cookies and similar technologies for Site functionality, preferences, security, and analytics. Depending on your browser or device settings, you may be able to control cookies. If we use analytics services, those providers may process usage data according to their policies.
Data retention
We retain personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (for example, tax or accounting records).
Security
We take reasonable measures designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
Children's privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps.
Your choices and rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict certain processing of your personal information, or to opt out of certain uses. To exercise rights that may apply to you, contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your request.
International visitors
If you access the Site from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the United States or other countries where we or our service providers operate.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page and update the effective date above.
Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at hello@sophronstudies.com.
Entity: Sophron Studies LLC