PRIVACY POLICY

01. Introduction

AKDA & Co. LLC ("BWCHIA," "we," or "us") respects and protects the privacy of all who visit www.blackwomencanhaveitall.com. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information. It also describes your rights and how to contact us with questions.

By using our website, you agree to this Policy and our Terms of Use.

02. What Information We Collect

We may collect: First and last name; Email address; Phone number; Mailing address; Credit or debit card information; IP address and location; Podcast feedback; and Device type, browser type, referring URL.

We may also collect race/ethnicity and gender identity when voluntarily provided or inferred from context, such as our audience being Black women. This may be considered sensitive personal information under privacy laws.

03. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to: Provide website content, products, and services; Send email updates, journal prompts, event news, or podcast content; Process transactions; and Analyze site activity to improve user experience.

Under GDPR, our lawful basis for processing includes: consent (e.g., email list signup), contract performance (e.g., paid services), and legitimate interest (e.g., improving content).

04. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to help our website work better and to learn how visitors use it. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Some cookies are needed so the site runs properly, while others help us improve your user experience or show you helpful content.

When you visit our site, you may see a banner asking you to choose which cookies you're okay with. This lets you accept all cookies, reject them, or manage your preferences. You can also change your cookie settings in your web browser anytime. Just know that turning off cookies might make some parts of the site not work as well.

We use both session and persistent cookies, including essential cookies (for website functionality), analytics cookies (to understand user behavior), and marketing cookies (to deliver relevant content).

To learn more about cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

05. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with trusted service providers who support our website. These include:
 
Captivate (podcast hosting) – Privacy Policy
Wix (website platform) – Privacy Policy
Stripe (payment processor) – Privacy Policy
Zapier (automation platform) – Privacy Policy
Kit (email service) – Privacy Policy

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

06. Sensitive Information

If we collect information such as racial identity, gender identity, or location data, it will only be used to enhance your experience and tailor our offerings. You have the right to limit how this sensitive information is used.

07. Your Rights – California (CCPA/CPRA)

If you live in California, you have the right to: Know what personal info we collect and why; Request deletion or correction; Limit use of sensitive info; and Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights. To submit a request, please email: hello@blackwomencanhaveitall.com.

08. Your Rights – EU Residents (GDPR)

If you live in the EU or UK, you have the right to: Access and correct your data; Delete your data; Object to or restrict processing; Data portability; File a complaint with your Data Protection Authority; and Be informed if decisions are made using only automation (we do not use your data this way). We are the Data Controller: AKDA & Co. LLC, San Leandro, CA, USA. We store your data in the United States. When we transfer data from the EU to the U.S., we use legal safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses to protect your rights and privacy.

09. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as needed to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. For example: Email subscribers: until you unsubscribe and Payment data: up to 7 years (for tax/audit reasons).

10. Children Under 18

Our website is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we learn we have, we will delete it immediately.

11. Data Security

We use physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your info. However, no method of transmission is 100% secure. You share your information at your own risk.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy at any time. We’ll update the date at the top and email you if you’ve subscribed. Your continued use means you accept the changes.

13. Unsubscribing from Communications

You may unsubscribe from our emails anytime by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or by contacting us at hello@blackwomencanhaveitall.com. We honor all opt-out requests.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about our privacy policy, please email hello@blackwomencanhaveitall.com.