Privacy Policy

Your privacy is sacred to us. Learn how we protect your personal information and meditation journey data at Saffron Teachings.

Last Updated: January 15, 2024

🛡️ Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Saffron Teachings, we believe your personal journey towards inner peace should remain private. We are committed to protecting your information with the same mindfulness we bring to our meditation practices.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Register for an account on our website or mobile app
  • Subscribe to our daily wisdom newsletters
  • Contact us through our website
  • Purchase our premium meditation services
  • Participate in our community discussions
  • Track your meditation progress

This information may include:

  • Name and email address
  • Meditation preferences and goals
  • Progress tracking and session history
  • Payment information (processed securely via Stripe)
  • Communication preferences

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information to improve your experience:

  • Device information (type, operating system, browser)
  • IP address and general location (country/region only)
  • Meditation session duration and frequency
  • App usage patterns and feature preferences
  • Interaction with our teachings and content

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information mindfully to:

  • Provide personalized meditation experiences
  • Track your mindfulness journey and progress
  • Send daily wisdom and meditation reminders (if opted-in)
  • Process transactions securely
  • Improve our app and website functionality
  • Respond to your questions and support needs
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance our offerings
  • Ensure the security of our platform
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

🔒 We Never Sell Your Data

Your personal information and meditation journey are not for sale. We will never sell, rent, or trade your data to third parties for marketing purposes.

Trusted Service Providers

We share information only with carefully selected partners who help us provide our services:

  • Payment Processing: Stripe, Apple Pay, Google Pay
  • Email Services: SendGrid for newsletters
  • Analytics: Firebase, Google Analytics (anonymized)
  • Cloud Storage: Firebase Cloud Services
  • Customer Support: Zendesk (if applicable)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users and platform.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmissions
  • Secure cloud storage with regular backups
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited access controls for staff
  • Two-factor authentication options
  • Encrypted password storage

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request removal of your personal data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at:

Email: privacy@saffron-teachings.com

Response Time: Within 48 hours

6. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your meditation experience:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your meditation settings
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
  • Session Cookies: Track your meditation progress

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are designed for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected data from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be stored on servers in different countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including compliance with GDPR for European users and CCPA for California residents.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through:

  • Email notifications to registered users
  • In-app notifications
  • Website announcements
  • Updated "Last Modified" date

10. Contact Us

📧 Questions About Privacy?

We're here to help with any privacy concerns:

Email: privacy@saffron-teachings.com
General Inquiries: info@saffron-teachings.com
Response Time: Within 24-48 hours

11. Compliance & Governing Law

This Privacy Policy complies with:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU users
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
  • UK Data Protection Act 2018
  • Other applicable data protection laws

By using Saffron Teachings, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to our data practices as described.