Effective Date: June 1, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Southern Laser Medical Spa and Healing Arts ("we," "our," "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://southernlasermedicalspa.com, attend our sessions, or utilize our services. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

Contact Information: Name, address, email address, phone number

Payment Information:** Credit card number, billing address, and other payment-related information (processed securely through Stripe)

Health Information: Medical history, treatment records, and other information you voluntarily provide related to your health and treatments

Identifiers: IP address, device information, and browser type

Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, products, and services

Non-Personal Information

Demographics: Age, gender, location

Aggregated data: Statistical or analytical data not linked to any personal identifier

3. How We Use Your Information

To Provide and Improve Our Services

Process transactions and manage your payments through Stripe.

Maintain treatment records and personalize your care.

Improve our website, products, and services based on your feedback and usage.

Communication

Send you appointment reminders, updates, and promotional materials.

Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.

Legal Compliance

Comply with legal obligations, dispute resolution, and enforce our agreements.

4. How We Share Your Information

Third-Party Service Providers

Stripe: We use Stripe to process payments. Stripe is a certified PCI Service Provider Level 1, ensuring the highest level of security for your payment information. You can review Stripe’s Privacy Policy (https://stripe.com/privacy).

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information to comply with legal processes, court orders, or governmental requests.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We implement industry-standard encryption and security measures to safeguard sensitive data, particularly your payment and health information processed through Stripe.

6. Your Rights

Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections of any inaccuracies.

Data Portability

If you wish, we can provide your information in a commonly used, machine-readable format.

Deletion

You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal or regulatory requirements.

Opt-Out

You can opt out of marketing communications by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These cookies collect information about your interactions and usage patterns, helping us to improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent. If you believe we may have collected information from a child without parental permission, please contact us immediately.