Privacy Policy for Sword and Spark website:

1. Introduction
   We are committed to protecting the privacy of our website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal information that we receive through our website.
2. Information We Collect
   We may collect personal information that you provide to us through our website, such as your name, email address, and other contact information
3. We may also collect information about your use of our website, such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system. We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect this information.
4. Use of Information
   We may use the personal information that we collect to communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and provide you with information about our services. We may also use the information that we collect to analyze and improve our website, and to ensure that our website is functioning properly and is secure.

5. Disclosure of Information
   We may share your personal information with third-party service providers that assist us with our website operations, such as web hosting, data analysis, and email delivery.

   We may disclose your personal information if we are required to do so by law, or if we believe that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the rights of others.

6. Data Security
   We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, and misuse. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

7. Embedded Content
   Webpages on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, calendars, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

   These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

8. Analytics
   Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how visitors use our website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity for website operators, and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. By using our website, you consent to the processing of data about you by Google in the manner and for the purposes set out above. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
9. Children’s Privacy
   Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.
10. Changes to the Privacy 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 our website. Your continued use of the website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.
11. Contact Information
    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal information, please contact us at info@swordandspark.com

GDPR Compliance Statement

Sword & Spark, LLC

1. Introduction

Sword & Spark, LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This GDPR Compliance Statement explains how we collect, use, process, and protect your personal data when you visit our website or use our services. This statement also outlines your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Business Details

Company Name: Sword & Spark, LLC
Phone: (719) 470-0912
Email: info@swordandspark.com

3. Nature of Business

We provide marketing and consultation services to our clients.

4. Data Collection and Usage

Types of Personal Data Collected:
– Name
– Address
– Email address
– Payment details

How We Collect Data:
– Through an initial inquiry form
– Primarily through email communication

Purpose of Data Collection:
– Account creation and management
– Service delivery
– Communication with clients

5. Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your personal data seriously. We store and protect personal data using the following services:
– Google Drive: Secure cloud storage.
– 1Password: End-to-end encrypted using AES 256-bit encryption.
– Proton Mail and Signal: Used for sensitive communication at the client’s request.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk of the personal data we process.

6. Third-Party Data Processing

We use third-party services for data storage and processing:
– Google Drive
– 1Password

These third-party services are carefully selected and are compliant with relevant data protection laws to ensure the security and confidentiality of your personal data.

7. User Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. If you wish to erase your data, you can request us to download it and subsequently erase the files, provided there are no ongoing investigations.

Withdrawal of Consent and Opt-Out Procedures:
You can withdraw consent or opt out of data collection by providing a written request. As per our contract agreements, a one-month notice is required to opt out of our services.

8. Data Sharing

We do not intentionally share personal data with third parties. However, we acknowledge that data shared via Google/Gmail and similar platforms is subject to the terms and conditions of these services. Sword & Spark is not responsible for potential breaches occurring at these third-party platforms.

9. International Data Transfers

We do not specifically transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). However, data shared via international platforms like Google, Proton Mail, Signal, Meta, LinkedIn, etc., is subject to the terms and conditions of these services.

10. Legal Basis for Processing

Our legal basis for processing personal data under GDPR includes:
– Contractual necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with our clients.
– Legitimate interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, such as providing and improving our services, provided these interests are not overridden by your rights and interests.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal data until we receive advanced written communication from clients requesting deletion of their information one month prior to the termination of services. We may retain certain data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

12. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns about this GDPR Compliance Statement or data protection practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):

Sam Derosier
Email: info@swordandspark.com
Phone: (719) 470-0912

13. Updates to This Statement

We may update this GDPR Compliance Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify clients of any significant changes and post the updated statement on our website.