Archemastrie Privacy Policy
Introduction
Archemastrie (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [archemastrie.com], use our mobile application (The Merkabah App), or engage our services.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
- Book a session or purchase services
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
- Scheduling preferences and timezone information
- Create an account for the app
- Name
- Email address
- Password (encrypted)
- Username (optional)
- Contact us
- Name
- Email address
- Message content
- Any other information you choose to provide
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Email address
- Name (optional)
- Preferences for content topics
- Participate in sessions
- Questions you ask
- Reading interpretations and results
- Session recordings (video/audio) if you consent
- Written reading deliverables
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website or use our app, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:
Device Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
- Operating system
- Unique device identifiers
Usage Information
- Pages or features accessed
- Time and date of access
- Time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- App feature usage and interaction data
Cookies and Similar Technologies
- We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience
- See “Cookies and Tracking” section below for details
App-Specific Information
When you use The Merkabah App, we may collect:
- Reading History
- Dice rolls and their timestamps
- Questions asked (stored locally on your device by default)
- Interpretations generated
- Saved readings and personal notes
- Usage Analytics
- Features accessed
- Frequency of use
- Session duration
- Error logs and crash reports
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Provide and Improve Services
- Deliver personal reading sessions (video or written)
- Process and fulfill app subscriptions and purchases
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Develop new features and services
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
Communications
- Send session confirmations and reminders
- Deliver purchased reading interpretations
- Send newsletter content (only if you’ve subscribed)
- Respond to your questions and requests
- Send important service updates and announcements
- Provide technical support
Business Operations
- Process payments and prevent fraud
- Enforce our Terms of Service
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect our rights and prevent misuse
- Conduct research and analysis (anonymized data only)
Marketing (With Your Consent)
- Send promotional materials about our services
- Inform you of new features, workshops, or offerings
- Share relevant content and educational materials
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email or contacting us directly.
How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We work with third-party service providers who help us operate our business:
- Payment Processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) – to process transactions securely
- Email Services (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit) – to send newsletters and communications
- Cloud Hosting (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) – to store data securely
- Video Conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet) – to conduct live sessions
- Analytics Providers (e.g., Google Analytics) – to understand usage patterns
- App Development Platforms – to deliver and maintain the mobile app
These providers have access only to the information necessary to perform their functions and are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:
- Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
- Government requests
- Protection of our legal rights
- Prevention of fraud or illegal activity
- Protection of safety of individuals or the public
Business Transfers
If Archemastrie is involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. You will be notified via email and/or prominent notice on our website of any such change in ownership.
With Your Consent
We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.
Confidentiality Of Readings
Personal Sessions
Your personal reading sessions are treated as strictly confidential:
- Content Privacy: Questions you ask and interpretations provided are never shared with others without your explicit written permission
- Anonymized Use: We may use anonymized examples from readings for educational purposes (blog posts, newsletters, training materials), but all identifying information is removed
- Recording Consent: Live sessions are only recorded if you explicitly consent. You can request deletion of recordings at any time
- Written Readings: Delivered via secure email and stored in encrypted systems
App Readings
Reading data generated in the app:
- Local Storage: By default, your reading history is stored locally on your device
- Cloud Backup (Optional): You may choose to enable cloud backup to sync across devices. This data is encrypted and accessible only to you
- Aggregate Data: We may analyze aggregate, anonymized reading data to improve interpretation algorithms, but individual readings are never reviewed or shared
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:
Security Measures
- Encryption: Data transmitted to and from our site/app is encrypted using SSL/TLS
- Secure Storage: Personal information is stored on secure servers with restricted access
- Payment Security: We do not store credit card information; all payments are processed through PCI-compliant third-party processors
- Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to personal information
- Regular Audits: We regularly review and update our security practices
Limitations
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we will notify you of any breach that affects your personal information as required by law.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for up to 2 years after deletion (for legal compliance)
- Session Recordings: Retained for 1 year unless you request earlier deletion
- Written Readings: Retained in our archives for 3 years unless you request deletion
- Payment Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
- Newsletter Subscribers: Retained until you unsubscribe
- App Usage Data: Aggregate analytics retained indefinitely; individual user data deleted after account closure
You may request deletion of your personal information at any time (see “Your Rights” section below).
Cookies And Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience.
Essential Cookies
- Required for the website to function properly
- Enable core features like security, login, and session management
- Cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality
Analytics Cookies
- Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Provide aggregate statistics on traffic, behavior, and demographics
- Used to improve site performance and content
- Example: Google Analytics
Preference Cookies
- Remember your settings and preferences
- Enable personalized features
- Example: language preferences, theme settings
Marketing Cookies (With Your Consent)
- Track your activity across websites
- Used to deliver relevant advertisements
- Enable us to measure campaign effectiveness
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Block All Cookies: May limit website functionality
- Block Third-Party Cookies: Prevents external tracking while allowing essential cookies
- Delete Cookies: Remove existing cookies from your device
Do Not Track
Some browsers have “Do Not Track” features. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but we respect browser cookie settings.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information:
General Rights (All Users)
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Portability: Request your data in a commonly used, machine-readable format
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
- Object: Object to our processing of your information for certain purposes
Rights for EU/UK Users (GDPR)
If you are in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have additional rights:
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
Legal Basis for Processing:
We process your data based on:
- Contract performance (providing services you’ve purchased)
- Legitimate interests (improving our services, preventing fraud)
- Consent (marketing communications, optional features)
- Legal obligations (payment records, compliance)
Rights for California Users (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights:
- Right to know what personal information is collected, used, and shared
- Right to delete personal information (with certain exceptions)
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell your information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
- Right to correct inaccurate personal information
- Right to limit use of sensitive personal information
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights:
Email us: privacy@archemastrie.com
30 days (or as required by applicable law) and may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
- Age Verification: We require users to confirm they are 18 or older when creating accounts or booking sessions
- Parental Consent: For users under 18, explicit parental consent is required before any services are provided
- Discovery: If we learn we have collected information from a child without proper consent, we will delete it immediately
If you believe we have collected information from a child inappropriately, contact us immediately at privacy@archemastrie.com.
International Data Transfers
Archemastrie is based in The United States. If you access our services from outside this location, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in The United States and other countries where our service providers operate.
These countries may have data protection laws different from your home country. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
For EU/UK users, we ensure adequate protection through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Service providers certified under relevant data transfer frameworks
- Additional safeguards as required by GDPR
Third Party Links
Our website and app may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications:
- We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties
- We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information
- This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by Archemastrie
Examples of third-party services we may link to:
- Social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, Twitter)
- Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
- Video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Google Meet)
- Educational content platforms
Changes To This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our practices
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- New features or services
Notification of Changes:
- Updated “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Prominent notice on our website for material changes
- Email notification for significant changes affecting your rights
Your Continued Use: Continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Review Regularly: We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
Email: privacy@archemastrie.com
General Contact: contact@archemastrie.com
Website: https://www.archemastrie.com/contact
Mailing Address: #1082 455 Straits Turnpike STE 3 Watertown CT 06795 United States
Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 7 business days.
For data subject access requests or rights exercises, we will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30 days).
Specific Jurisdictions
California Residents
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Disclosures:
Categories of personal information collected:
- Identifiers (name, email, IP address)
- Commercial information (purchase history, reading history)
- Internet activity (browsing behavior, app usage)
- Professional information (if voluntarily provided)
- Audio/visual information (session recordings with consent)
Categories of sources:
- Directly from you
- Automatically through your use of our services
- From third-party service providers
Business purposes for collection:
- Providing services
- Customer support
- Service improvement
- Legal compliance
- Fraud prevention
Third parties with whom we share information:
- Service providers (as listed above)
- Legal authorities (when required)
Your CCPA Rights: See “Your Privacy Rights” section above.
Do Not Sell My Personal Information: We do not sell personal information and have not sold personal information in the past 12 months.
European Union/UK Residents
GDPR Compliance:
Data Controller: Archemastrie is the data controller for your personal information.
Legal Basis: See “Your Privacy Rights” section above.
Data Protection Officer: [If applicable, provide DPO contact information]
EU Representative: [If required based on your business structure]
Supervisory Authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have violated your rights.
Other Jurisdictions
For residents of other jurisdictions with specific privacy laws, we comply with applicable requirements. Contact us for jurisdiction-specific information.
Automated Decision Making
We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects or similarly significantly affects you.
The app’s AI-generated interpretations are:
- Tools for self-reflection and exploration
- Not legally binding decisions
- Subject to your own interpretation and free will
- Provided for entertainment and personal growth purposes
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information:
- We will notify you within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 72 hours)
- Notification will include the nature of the breach, affected data, and steps being taken
- We will provide recommendations for protecting your information
- We will cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities as required
By using Archemastrie's website, app, or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
Archemastrie: Protecting Your Privacy While Mapping Your Consciousness
Document Version: 1.0
Effective Date: 02/10/2026
Review Cycle: Annually or as needed