Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 4-20-26
1. INTRODUCTION
The International Retreat Association (“Association,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, join our membership, download resources, or interact with us.
By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information
Information you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Billing information
- Business information (if applicable)
- Any information submitted through forms or applications
B. Payment Information
Payments are processed through secure third-party providers. We do not store full payment details such as credit card numbers.
C. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- Referring website
D. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve user experience
- Analyze website performance
- Support marketing and advertising efforts
You can adjust cookie settings through your browser at any time.
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information to:
- Provide access to membership and services
- Process payments and manage subscriptions
- Communicate with you (updates, announcements, support)
- Deliver resources (such as downloads and lead magnets)
- Improve our website and offerings
- Send marketing emails (you may opt out at any time)
- Ensure compliance with our Terms & Standards
4. EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS
By providing your email, you agree to receive:
- Membership-related communications
- Updates and announcements
- Marketing and promotional emails
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in emails.
5. SHARING OF INFORMATION
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with:
- Trusted third-party service providers (payment processors, email platforms, website hosting)
- Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law
- Business partners only when necessary to deliver services
All third parties are required to protect your information.
6. DATA SECURITY
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information.
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
7. DATA RETENTION
We retain your information as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
You may request deletion of your data, subject to legal and operational requirements.
8. YOUR RIGHTS
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of marketing communications
To make a request, contact us at the email below.
9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
11. INTERNATIONAL USERS
If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
By using our services, you consent to this transfer.
12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.
13. CONTACT
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:
Support [at] internationalretreatassociation.com