Privacy Policy for The Family of Light Spiritual Community

Effective Date: 18 March 2025

1. Who We Are

Welcome to the Family of Light Spiritual Community (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are a heart-centered, informal community dedicated to supporting spiritual awakening and guiding people on their journey. Our website, familyof-light.com, provides a space for connection, guidance, and spiritual exploration.

As an informal community, we deeply respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in accordance with GDPR (EU) and US privacy laws.

If you have any questions, please contact us at:

📩 Email: familyoflight2025@gmail.com

2. What Information We Collect

We collect personal information only when visitors voluntarily provide it through our contact form. This may include:

• Name (if provided)

• Email address

• Any message or information voluntarily shared

We do not collect any sensitive personal data or process data beyond the purposes outlined below.

3. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use personal information only for the following purposes:

🌟 To respond to inquiries and provide spiritual guidance

🌟 To invite visitors to participate in our survey, meditations, and informal community meetings

🌟 To share relevant spiritual insights upon request

🌟 To offer paid coaching and services when available

We do not sell, rent, or use your personal data for commercial purposes beyond these stated intentions.

4. Data Retention – How Long We Keep Your Information

To respect your privacy, we only retain personal information for as long as necessary:

• Contact form submissions will be deleted after 12 months, unless an ongoing connection is established.

• If you request guidance or participation in our activities, we will keep your email only for the duration of your engagement.

• If you wish to have your data deleted sooner, you may request this at any time (see Section 6).

5. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with third parties, except in the following cases:

✔ Website Platform (Squarespace): Our website is hosted on Squarespace.com, which may collect technical data (see Section 8).

✔ Email Service Provider: Emails are processed through Gmail (Google Mail), which is GDPR-compliant.

We ensure that any third-party service used aligns with strict data protection practices.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR & US Privacy Laws

As a visitor, you have the right to:

✅ Access your data – Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you.

✅ Correct your data – Ask us to update or correct inaccurate information.

✅ Delete your data – Request that we erase your personal data from our records.

✅ Withdraw consent – If you previously agreed to receive guidance or participate in activities, you can withdraw at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at: familyoflight2025@gmail.com. We will honor your request within 30 days.

7. How We Protect Your Data

We take your privacy seriously and implement the following security measures:

✔ Secure Website – Our site is encrypted with HTTPS to protect data transmission.

✔ Limited Access – Only trusted members of our community have access to collected emails and inquiries.

✔ No Unnecessary Data Storage – We do not store data beyond what is needed for direct communication.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies (Squarespace)

Our website is hosted on Squarespace.com, which automatically collects certain technical data to improve user experience. This may include:

• IP address and browser type

• Device information (e.g., mobile vs. desktop)

• Cookies and analytics tracking

You can manage cookie settings in your browser to limit or disable tracking. Learn more in Squarespace’s privacy policy: https://www.squarespace.com/privacy.

9. Disclaimer for digital spiritual content

The content of our courses is for spiritual, educational, and personal growth purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical, psychological, or financial advice. Participation is voluntary and self-responsible. No results are guaranteed, as each spiritual journey is personal and unique.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy as needed to reflect legal requirements or changes in how we operate. The latest version will always be available at familyof-light.com/privacy-policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your data, feel free to reach out:

📩 Email: familyoflight2025@gmail.com