Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 30, 2025

The Association of Integrative Spiritual Hypnotherapists (AISH) (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your data when you visit our website, join as a member, or interact with our services. It also outlines your rights under applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information to provide services, maintain membership records, and communicate effectively with our community. This may include:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number.
Professional Information: Business name, credentials, approved school affiliation, or listing details.
Payment Information: Payment details processed by third-party providers when you pay dues, register for events, or make purchases. (AISH does not store full credit card information.)
Website and Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.
Communication Preferences and Interactions: Responses to emails, forms, or surveys.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

Email Marketing and Newsletters: To send educational materials, community updates, special offers, and event invitations (based on your consent).
Membership Management: To manage your account, send billing and renewal updates, and provide essential membership communications.
Approved Schools and Member Networking: If you join as an approved school or professional member, your contact information may be shared within our community for referrals and collaboration.
Customer Support: To respond to inquiries or service requests.
Legal and Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
Website Improvements and Analytics: To analyze engagement and improve site functionality and user experience.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, we process your personal data based on one or more of the following lawful bases:

Consent: When you voluntarily subscribe to newsletters or opt in to marketing communications.
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations to members and provide services you have requested.
Legitimate Interest: To operate and improve our organization, manage membership engagement, and promote professional collaboration.
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable accounting, tax, or regulatory requirements.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in our emails.

4. How We Share Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers: With vendors who help operate our website, process payments, or manage communications. These providers are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.
AISH Members: Contact details for approved schools and professional members may be shared within the AISH community directory for professional networking purposes.
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of AISH, our members, or others.

5. International Data Transfers

Because AISH serves members worldwide, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your home jurisdiction, including the United States.
We take appropriate measures—such as using contractual safeguards (Standard Contractual Clauses)—to ensure your personal data remains protected in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Your Data Rights

Under GDPR (for EU/UK residents):

You have the right to:

Access a copy of your personal data.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”) where applicable.
Restrict or object to processing.
Request transfer of your data (data portability).
Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert AISH email address]. We may request verification of your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

Under CCPA (for California residents):

You have the right to:

Request to know what personal information we collect, use, and share.
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data (AISH does not sell personal data).
Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

To make a CCPA-related request, please email [Insert AISH email address].

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Member records and billing data may be retained for as long as your membership remains active and for a reasonable period thereafter.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze site traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. AISH is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage users to review each site’s privacy policy.

11. Children’s Privacy

AISH does not knowingly collect or store information from individuals under the age of 18.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Significant updates will be communicated via email or website notice.