Laura Barnes is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected through the website, laurabarnes.ca. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information, in accordance with Canadian privacy laws.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect personal information such as: Name and contact details (via emails), IP address, browser type, and other technical data.

USE OF PERSONAL-IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

We collect and use information to respond to inquiries and requests, enhance site performance and user experience, and – with your consent – share updates about our practice.

USE OF JANE APP

This practice uses Jane App as a secure, Canadian-based platform for online booking, appointment management, charting, and client communication. All client information entered into Jane is encrypted and stored in accordance with Canadian privacy laws. By booking or communicating through Jane, you are consenting to the secure collection and storage of your personal and health information via this platform.

COOKIES AND TRACKING

Our website utilizes cookies and similar technologies to optimize functionality and analyze site traffic, including through services such as Google Analytics. You may manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please be aware that certain essential cookies are necessary for the proper operation of the website and cannot be disabled without impacting its functionality.

DATA SHARING

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) under confidentiality obligations. We take all measures reasonably necessary to protect against the unauthorized access, use, alteration or destruction of potentially personally-identifying and personally-identifying information.

SECURITY

We follow reasonable, accepted industry standards in an effort to safeguard any personal information you have provided to us. However, it is important to note that no method of electronic storage or transmission is entirely secure. As such, we cannot offer an absolute guarantee regarding the security of your information.

YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data. While most updates are likely to be minor, we may occasionally revise this Privacy Policy. Any changes will take effect immediately upon posting on this page. By continuing to use this site after such updates, you acknowledge and accept the revised Privacy Policy.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our privacy policy, please contact Laura Barnes at her private practice, In My Suitcase, in Sechelt, BC.