Privacy Policy

Introduction

Verified Hypnotherapists ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at verifiedhypnotherapists.com and use our directory services.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

For Users Seeking Hypnotherapists

When you use our matching quiz or contact us, we may collect:

• Email address (to send matching results and follow-up communication)
• Phone numbers (when provided for practitioner contact)
• Location information (city, state, or zip code to find nearby practitioners)
• Search queries and filters you use to find practitioners
• Quiz responses (to match you with suitable hypnotherapists)
• Communication preferences

For Hypnotherapists (Practitioners)

When you apply to be listed in our directory, we collect comprehensive practitioner data including:

• Full name and professional credentials
• Contact information (email, phone, practice address)
• Professional certifications and training documentation
• Practice details (specializations, pricing, session types)
• Professional biography and photos
• Payment information (for listing fees and premium options)
• Business registration and insurance details
• Client capacity and availability information

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and general location
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Match you with suitable hypnotherapists based on your needs and location
• Verify practitioner credentials and maintain directory quality
• Communicate with you about our services, including responding to inquiries
• Send matching results and relevant follow-up information
• Improve our website and services
• Analyze website usage and trends
• Protect against fraud and abuse

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We use Cloudflare for hosting and security services. These providers only access your information as needed to perform their services.
• Analytics: We may use Google Analytics to understand website usage. This data is anonymized and aggregated.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.
• Practitioner Profiles: Information submitted by practitioners for their directory listing is displayed publicly on their profile page.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve our services

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Quiz responses and matching data are retained for up to 2 years. Practitioner profile information is retained for the duration of the listing plus 1 year after removal.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: