Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Jarrett Ross, doing business as The GeneaVlogger ("we," "us," or "our"), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name, email address, and phone number when booking a consultation or submitting an inquiry
• Payment information processed through our third-party payment provider
• Email address when subscribing to our newsletter
• Information submitted through contact or speaking inquiry forms
• DNA test results or related data you share during consultations

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and general location data
• Pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
• Referring website or source

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and deliver consultation services you request
• Process payments and send booking confirmations
• Send newsletters, updates, and promotional communications (with your consent)
• Respond to inquiries and speaking engagement requests
• Improve our website, content, and services
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Comply with legal obligations

4. DNA & Consultation Data

We take the privacy of your genetic information seriously. DNA test results and related data shared during consultations are treated with the highest level of confidentiality.

• We do not store your DNA test results after your consultation unless you explicitly request ongoing services
• We will never sell, share, or distribute your genetic information to third parties
• Screen shares and consultation discussions are not recorded unless you provide consent
• Any notes taken during consultations are for your benefit and are not shared

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service providers: Third-party tools that help us operate our business (payment processing, email marketing, website analytics)
• Legal requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Protection: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

6. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather usage data. Types of cookies we may use include:

• Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Third-Party Services

Our website integrates with third-party services that have their own privacy policies, including:

• YouTube (video content and live streams)
• Payment processors for consultation bookings
• Email marketing platforms for newsletters
• Analytics tools for website performance
• Merchandise fulfillment partners

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our Contact page.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we can promptly delete it.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out through our Contact page or email us at the address provided there.