Privacy Policy - GDPR Compliance.

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 15.01.2025

Welcome to the Privacy Policy of Lesley Sawyer Professional Nutrition & Health Coach. Protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This policy outlines how we collect, use and safeguard your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller Information

The Data Controller for your personal information is:

Lesley Sawyer Professional Nutrition & Health Coach
Address: Rathmichael, Co. Dublin, Ireland
Email: hello@lesleysawyernutrition.com

2. Personal Data We Collect

We collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number and postal address.

  • Health Information: Dietary habits, medical history, lifestyle details and health-related goals (only when provided by you as part of a coaching service).

  • Payment Information: Billing address and transaction details.

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type and website usage data through cookies (see Section 7).

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

Your personal data is used for the following purposes:

  • To provide personalised nutrition and health coaching services.

  • To communicate with you regarding appointments, updates or related services.

  • To process payments and manage subscriptions.

  • To improve website functionality and user experience.

  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

Under GDPR, we process your data based on the following lawful grounds:

  • Consent: When you provide explicit consent for processing your health-related information.

  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill the services you request.

  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

  • Legitimate Interests: For the improvement of our services and safeguarding our website.

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in delivering our services (e.g., payment processors or IT support providers).

  • Legal Authorities: When required to comply with legal obligations or to protect your vital interests.

All third-party providers are required to handle your data in accordance with GDPR requirements.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. Health-related data will be securely deleted upon termination of your coaching relationship unless required otherwise by law.

7. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and collect analytical data. Cookies are small files stored on your device. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please review our Cookie Policy.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.

  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").

  • Restriction: Limit the processing of your personal data.

  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

  • Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.

  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time for data processing relying on consent.

To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@lesleysawyernutrition.com. We aim to respond within 30 days.

9. Security Measures

We implement robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers and regular security assessments.

10. International Data Transfers

If your personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure it is protected by adequate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal mechanisms.

11. Complaints

If you believe your rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority. In Ireland, this is:

Data Protection Commission
Website: www.dataprotection.ie
Phone: +353 57 8684800

We encourage you to contact us first at hello@lesleysawyernutrition.com to resolve any concerns directly.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website and we recommend checking it regularly.

Thank you for trusting Lesley Sawyer Professional Nutrition & Health Coach with your personal data. For any questions about this policy, please contact us at hello@lesleysawyernutrition.com