Privacy Policy: The HR Strategy Studio

Effective Date: December 18, 2025
Last Updated: December 21, 2025

The HR Strategy Studio (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit our website, schedule services, purchase services, subscribe to our emails, or otherwise interact with us.

1) Who We Are

Controller: The HR Strategy Studio
Email: admin@hrstrategystudio.net
Business Mailing Address: Simpsonville, SC 29680

2) Information We Collect

A) Information you provide

We may collect personal information you provide, such as:

  • Contact details (name, email address, phone number, company name, job title)

  • Messages and inquiries you submit via forms, email, or messaging

  • Scheduling details submitted through Acuity Scheduling

  • Client intake information you share for service delivery (e.g., organizational details relevant to the Audit or strategic engagement)

  • Marketing preferences (e.g., email subscription choices)

B) Payment information

We do not store your full payment card details. Payments may be processed through third-party providers including:

  • PayPal

  • Stripe

  • Squarespace Payments

These providers process payment information under their own privacy policies. We receive limited details such as payment confirmation, amount, date, and customer details needed for recordkeeping and service delivery.

C) Information collected automatically

When you use our website, we (and our providers) may collect:

  • IP address, device identifiers, browser type, operating system

  • Usage data (pages visited, time on site, clicks, referring/exit pages)

  • Cookie and tracking data (see Section 6)

3) How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Provide and deliver services (including the People & Leadership Strategy Audit and strategic packages)

  • Process deposits and payments; send confirmations and receipts

  • Schedule and manage appointments via Acuity

  • Communicate with you about services, scheduling, and administrative updates

  • Send marketing emails and newsletters (where you have subscribed/consented)

  • Improve our website and offerings through analytics

  • Protect against fraud, maintain security, and comply with legal obligations

4) Legal Bases for Processing (International Visitors)

If you are located in the EEA/UK (and in other regions with similar laws), we process personal information under one or more of these legal bases:

  • Consent (e.g., marketing emails, certain cookies where required)

  • Contract (to deliver services you request or purchase)

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our website, running our business, preventing fraud—balanced against your rights)

  • Legal obligation (e.g., tax and recordkeeping requirements)

5) How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information as needed with:

A) Service providers (processors)

We use trusted third-party providers to operate the business, such as:

  • Squarespace (website hosting, forms, site tools, and Squarespace Analytics)

  • Google Analytics (website analytics)

  • Acuity Scheduling (appointment scheduling)

  • Payment providers: PayPal, Stripe, Squarespace Payments

  • Email marketing: Mailchimp and Squarespace Email Campaigns (if used)

These providers may process information only to perform services for us.

B) Legal and safety

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and property.

6) Cookies & Analytics (Google Analytics + Squarespace)

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable core site functions

  • Understand traffic and usage through Squarespace Analytics and Google Analytics

  • Improve performance and user experience

Cookie choices

You can control cookies through browser settings and may be able to delete or block cookies. Some site features may not work properly without cookies.

International note: In some regions, consent may be required for certain non-essential cookies. If applicable, we will provide a cookie banner or consent tool to manage preferences.

7) Email Marketing (Mailchimp + Squarespace)

If you subscribe to our emails, we may send newsletters, updates, and promotional content. You can opt out at any time:

  • By clicking “unsubscribe” in any email, or

  • By contacting us at Rochelledavisjones@gmail.com

We may use email tools (Mailchimp and/or Squarespace Email Campaigns) that track engagement metrics like opens and clicks to improve content and deliverability.

8) International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. and other countries where our service providers operate. Where required, we take steps designed to ensure appropriate safeguards for such transfers.

9) Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Provide services and support

  • Maintain business, tax, and legal records

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

10) Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect information. However, no online system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

11) Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Object to or restrict certain processing

  • Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)

  • Request portability (where applicable)

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (EEA/UK)

To request any of the above, contact us using the details in Section 13.

12) Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

13) Disclaimer on Website

The information provided by The HR Strategy Studio (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing on this website, in our materials, or delivered through our services constitutes legal, financial, or employment law advice. While we strive to provide accurate and current information, laws and regulations vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. You are responsible for consulting with qualified legal, tax, or financial professionals before making business or employment decisions.

14) Contact Us

The HR Strategy Studio
Email: admin@hrstrategystudio.net