PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: 2/28/2026

PLEASE REVIEW THIS POLICY CAREFULLY

The following describes how The Sunday Standard LLC ("The Sunday Standard," "we," "us" or "our") collects, uses, and protects information you provide through www.thesundaystandard.co and its sub-domains and affiliated sites, as well as The Sunday Standard pages and accounts on LinkedIn® and Instagram® (the "Sites").
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [your email]. Please also review our Terms and Conditions of Use. By using this Site, you consent to this Privacy Policy

1. COLLECTION OF YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

1.1 Information You Provide
When you use our Sites, we may collect:
Identity Data: First name, last name, business name, title
Contact Data: Email address, phone number, business address
Transaction Data: Details about services purchased or consultations scheduled
Profile Data: Business challenges, operational needs, preferences
Communications Data: Your preferences for receiving communications
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Sites, some information is automatically collected:
Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, time zone setting, operating system, device information
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, access times, referring website addresses
We use this information to improve our Sites, analyze usage patterns, troubleshoot, and ensure compliance with our Terms of Use.
1.3 How We Collect Data
Direct Interactions: You provide data when you:
Fill in contact forms or discovery call request forms
Subscribe to our newsletter or resources
Request information about our services
Communicate with us via email or phone
Automated Technologies: We collect Technical Data through cookies, server logs, and similar technologies
Third Parties: We may receive data from:
Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
Scheduling platforms (e.g., Calendly)
Email marketing platforms

2. HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We use your information to:
Respond to inquiries and schedule discovery calls
Provide consulting services and project management
Send newsletters and service updates (if you opt in)
Improve our website and services
Analyze website traffic and usage
Comply with legal obligations
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR):
Performance of Contract: To deliver services you've requested
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and understand our audience
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws
Consent: For marketing communications (you may withdraw at any time)

3. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share information with:
Service Providers: Email platforms, scheduling tools, analytics providers, payment processors (acting as processors on our behalf)
Professional Advisors: Lawyers, accountants, auditors (when necessary)
Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights
All third parties must respect the security of your personal data and treat it in accordance with the law.

4. COOKIES
We use cookies to:
Improve your browsing experience
Understand site usage and traffic patterns
Remember your preferences
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not function properly. Most browsers allow you to:
See what cookies you have and delete them individually
Block third-party cookies
Block all cookies
Delete all cookies when you close your browser

5. YOUR RIGHTS
5.1 General Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate information
Delete your information (subject to legal obligations)
Opt out of marketing communications
Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Restrict processing in certain circumstances
Data portability (receive your data in a portable format)
5.2 GDPR Rights (EU Residents)
If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Right to object to automated decision-making
5.3 California Privacy Rights
California residents have the right to:
Know what personal information is collected
Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
Say no to the sale of personal information
Access their personal information
Request deletion of personal information
Equal service and price
We do not sell your personal information.
5.4 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: [your email]
We will respond within 30 days (or as required by applicable law). We may request verification of your identity before fulfilling requests.

6. MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
Opt-In: We will only send marketing communications if you:
Request information from us
Purchase services from us
Opt in to receive updates
Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe at any time by:
Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email
Contacting us at [your email]
Updating your preferences in your account
Note: Opting out of marketing does not affect transactional emails related to services you've purchased.

7. DATA RETENTION
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to:
Fulfill the purposes for which it was collected
Comply with legal, tax, accounting, or regulatory requirements
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Standard retention period: 3 years from last interaction, unless:
Longer retention is required by law
There is a complaint or potential litigation

8. DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:
Secure servers and encrypted transmissions
Limited access to personal data (only employees with business need)
Regular security assessments
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
We are based in the United States. If you are visiting from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
By using our Sites, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States, which may not have the same data protection laws as your country of residence.

10. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover we have collected data from a child, we will delete it immediately.

11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our Sites may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.

12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date at the top.
Your continued use of the Sites after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

13. LIMITATIONS
By using the Sites, you agree that we are not responsible for:
Disclosures you make to third parties through the Sites
Illegally obtained disclosures of your information
Accidental disclosures made by us

14. CONTACT US
The Sunday Standard LLC
 Based in Southern California
Email: hello@thesundaystandard.co
 Website: www.thesundaystandard.co
For questions about this Privacy Policy, data access requests, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at the email above.

15. SPECIFIC TOOLS WE USE
We may use the following third-party services:
Google Analytics - Website analytics
Calendly - Scheduling discovery calls
Flodesk - Email communications
Stripe- Processing payments

Each of these services has its own privacy policy governing how they handle data.