Privacy Policy for Let's Do Nothing Retreat

Effective Date: April 19, 2025

Overview

At Let's Do Nothing retreat, we respect and protect your personal privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use our website or services, how we use and safeguard that information, and the choices you have. Our goal is to be transparent and to use your data only to improve your experience with us. We are committed to handling your personal information responsibly and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

What We Collect

We only collect information that is necessary to provide our retreat services and enhance your experience. This includes:

  • Personal Information You Provide: When you fill out forms on our site (such as a request to join the retreat or contact us), you may give us information like your name, email address, and other details relevant to your inquiry or application.

  • Form Responses: If our application or inquiry forms include questions (for example, about your preferences, interests, or reasons for joining the retreat), we collect the information you choose to share in your answers.

  • Payment Information: If you decide to book a retreat with us, your payment will be processed securely via our payment partner PayPal. We do not store your full payment details on our servers. Instead, we may receive basic transaction information from PayPal — such as the amount paid, date of payment, and your name or email — to confirm and track your booking.

  • Website Usage Data: Like many websites, we gather basic analytics data when you visit our site. This can include your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, the time and date of your visits, and how you interact with our website. This usage information is generally collected via cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookies & Tracking below) and helps us understand how people use our site.

We do not intentionally collect any sensitive personal information (such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, health information, etc.) as part of our standard processes. We ask that you only provide information that is relevant for participating in the retreat or using our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for purposes that help us operate and improve the retreat experience. Specifically, we may use your data in the following ways:

  • To Provide Our Services: We process your information to handle your requests or bookings. For example, if you apply to join a retreat, we use your details to review your application, reserve your spot, and provide the retreat services you've signed up for.

  • To Communicate with You: We use your contact information (like email) to respond to inquiries, send confirmations, and provide updates about your stay or any changes to the retreat schedule. We may also send you information you request, such as details about upcoming retreats or events.

  • To Process Payments: If you make a payment (e.g., for a retreat deposit or fee), we use the necessary information to process that transaction through Stripe and to keep a record of your payment.

  • To Improve Our Website and Services: We analyze how users navigate our site (using tools like Google Analytics) to understand what is working well and what could be better. This helps us refine our website content and retreat offerings. We might also use feedback you provide to improve our programs and customer service.

  • For Security and Legal Compliance: We may use information to protect the security of our website, our retreat participants, and our organization. This includes preventing fraud, addressing technical issues, or using data as required to comply with legal obligations (for instance, maintaining transaction records for accounting or legal purposes).

We do not use your personal information for any purposes other than those described above without asking for your consent. For example, we will not sell your information or share it with third parties for their own marketing. All usage of your data is in line with this policy and applicable law.

Third-Party Services

To provide our services effectively, we rely on a few trusted third-party providers. These companies help us run key parts of our retreat business, and we only share with them the information necessary for their services. The main third-party services we use are:

  • PayPal (Payment Processing): We use PayPal to securely handle payments for retreat bookings. When you make a payment, your credit card or banking details are processed directly through PayPal’s secure system. We do not have access to your full financial information. PayPal is a globally trusted payment processor and maintains strict security and privacy standards. You can learn more by reviewing PayPal’s Privacy Policy.

  • Google Analytics (Website Analytics): We use Google Analytics to collect general information about how visitors use our site. Google Analytics may set cookies on your device to gather data such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. This information is aggregated and does not personally identify you; it simply helps us understand usage trends and improve our website. Google may store and process this usage data in accordance with their own privacy policies. If you prefer not to be part of Google Analytics tracking, you can opt out (for example, by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on).

Aside from these services, we do not share your personal information with other third parties, except as needed to carry out your requests or if required by law. Our third-party partners are only given the data necessary to perform their functions, and they are not permitted to use your data for other purposes.

Cookies & Tracking

Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device to store preferences or information. When you visit the Let's Do Nothing retreat website, we may use cookies or similar tracking technologies for a couple of basic purposes:

  • Essential and Preference Cookies: These help make our site work properly and remember any preferences you set. For example, if our site has an option to remember your selection (such as a preferred language), a cookie might be used so you don't have to re-enter it.

  • Analytics Cookies: As mentioned above, we use Google Analytics to collect general information about how our site is used. Google Analytics cookies allow us to see things like which pages are visited and how long visitors stay, so we can improve the website. These analytics cookies do not reveal personally identifiable information — they only provide aggregated data.

We do not use any advertising or third-party tracking cookies beyond our analytics. You have control over cookies: most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or alert you when a cookie is being placed. Keep in mind that if you disable cookies completely, some features of our site (such as analytics or any preference-saving functions) may not work optimally, but the core functionality of booking or reading information should remain unaffected.

Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. For example, our website uses secure transmission (HTTPS) to encrypt data between your browser and our site. We also restrict access to your personal data only to those who need it to perform their duties (for instance, the team members handling bookings or inquiries).

Please note that while we strive to protect your information, no method of transmitting data over the internet or storing it is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data, but we continually update and follow best practices to minimize risks.

We also adhere to a policy of data minimization and retention. We keep your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will safely delete it or anonymize it so that it can no longer be associated with you.

Your Rights

We believe it’s important that you remain in control of your personal information. Depending on your jurisdiction (for example, if you are in the EU or certain other regions), you may have legal rights regarding the personal data we hold about you. We will honor the following rights to the extent applicable:

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we have about you. We will provide you with a summary of the data we hold, and details on how we use it, upon request.

  • Right to Rectification (Correction): If any of your personal information is inaccurate or outdated, you have the right to ask us to correct or update it. We encourage you to keep your details up to date.

  • Right to Erasure (Deletion): You can request that we delete your personal information. If you withdraw from the retreat or simply want your data removed, let us know. We will erase the information we hold about you, provided we don’t have a legitimate reason or legal obligation to keep it (for example, certain financial records).

  • Right to Withdraw Consent: If you have given us consent to use your information (such as subscribing to a newsletter or agreeing to this Privacy Policy when submitting a form), you have the right to change your mind and withdraw that consent at any time. For instance, if you've signed up to receive email updates, you can opt out later.

  • Right to Object or Restrict (if applicable): You may have the right to object to certain processing of your data or to request that we limit how we use it, especially if you feel it's not being used for the purposes you agreed to.

To exercise any of these rights, you can contact us at our email address provided in the Contact section. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests (for your security). We will do our best to respond promptly and to address your concerns in accordance with applicable laws.

Consent

By using our website or by providing personal information to us (for example, by submitting a booking request or inquiry form), you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using the site or providing personal information.

Keep in mind that if you are filling out forms on our site, we may also ask you to explicitly agree to this Privacy Policy (for instance, by checking a box). Such action further confirms your consent. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time (see Your Rights above), but note that doing so will not undo any processing that has already occurred with your permission.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy. In case of significant changes, we may also notify you via email or through a notice on our website. By continuing to use the site after a revised Privacy Policy is posted, you acknowledge and agree to the changes.

Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights, please feel free to contact us. The best way to reach us is via email at info@letsdonothingretreat.com.

Since Let's Do Nothing retreat is currently in its early stages (and not yet a formal legal entity), we use the above email as our primary point of contact for all inquiries including privacy matters. We are more than happy to answer your questions, address any issues, or assist you with your data requests.

Thank you for trusting us with your information and for being a part of the Let's Do Nothing community.