Who we are
Our website address is: https://jacquelinewales.com
What personal data we collect and why we collect it
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 21, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to https://jacquelinewales.com (“Website”). This Privacy Policy describes how Jacqueline Wales (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal data. If you are a California resident, this policy also details your specific privacy rights under California law.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal information:
Category
Details
Contact details
Name, email, phone number, postal address
Payment info
Billing address, payment method (only if processed via a trusted third-party)
Online identifiers
IP address, device/browser type, cookies, analytics data
Communications
Emails, messages, feedback, content submitted to us
This data may come from your direct interactions (e.g. forms), cookies or online tracking, third-party providers (e.g. payment processors), and public records.
We collect cookies and analytics for site functionality and user experience. | Data via cookies and tracking is disclosed under CCPA requirements.
3. Why We Collect Data & Purposes
We use personal data to:
Provide and improve coaching, speaking engagements, workshops, products
Manage bookings, client communications, invoices, and payments
Understand website usage and enhance functionality
Send service updates, legal notices, and relevant information
Ensure security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations
Your legal basis: legitimate interests, performance of contract, and compliance with legal duties.
4. Third-party Sharing & “Sale” Definitions
We do not sell personal information as defined by CCPA/CPRA. We may share data with:
Service providers (e.g. email services, payment processors) under confidentiality agreements
Legal or regulatory bodies when required by law
Vendors who process personal information on our behalf
Under California law, “sale” or “sharing” includes transfers to third parties for cross-context advertising. If applicable, a clear “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link will be provided.
5. Your California Rights
If you're a California resident, you have the right to:
Know what personal data is collected, used, and shared
Access the specific information collected about you
Delete personal information, subject to legal exceptions
Opt‑out of any sale or sharing of your data, including via Global Privacy Control (GPC)
Limit the use of sensitive personal information (e.g. race, health, geolocation)
Correct inaccuracies in your personal information
Non‑discrimination: exercising your privacy rights won’t affect your service access or price
To exercise these rights, contact:
Phone: 646‑241‑7115
Email: jacqueline@jacquelinewales.com
We will verify your request with reasonable identification. Requests are processed as required by CCPA/CPRA.
6. Shine the Light Law
California residents have the right to request a list of personal data shared with third parties for their direct marketing. Submit your request to: jacqueline@jacquelinewales.com
7. How We Store & Secure Data
We implement reasonable security measures to protect data from unauthorized access. We retain data only as long as necessary to fulfill its purposes, in compliance with CPRA’s data minimization principle.
8. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to remember your preferences and understand site usage.
We comply with CalOPPA by providing a conspicuous link to this Privacy Policy and explaining how we respond to "Do Not Track" signals.
9. Children Under 16
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16 without parental consent. California residents under 16 may consent for themselves or through a parent/guardian, as required under CPRA.
10. Policy Updates
We will update this Privacy Policy at least once every 12 months or when required by law. Changes take effect upon posting. Your continued use after revisions means you agree to the updated terms
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or want to exercise your rights, reach out:
Jacqueline Wales
Phone: 646‑241‑7115
Email: jacqueline@jacquelinewales.com
12. Legal Framework
This policy complies with:
CalOPPA – mandates conspicuous privacy policy disclosures
CCPA/CPRA – gives California residents rights including access, deletion, opt-out, correction
Shine the Light Law – enables disclosure of sharing practices