Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]
Website: TheHoodGroupLLC.com
Company: The Hood Group LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”)
Owner: Lorie Hood, PhD

Introduction

The Hood Group LLC is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency and respect. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights regarding your data.

By visiting our website or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined here.

Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information when you:

•Fill out a contact form

•Sign up for newsletters or updates

•Request services or schedule consultations

•Download materials

•Register for courses, retreats, or events

This information may include:

•Name

•Email address

•Phone number

•Mailing address

•Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

•Professional or personal details you choose to share when seeking services

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain data may be collected automatically, such as:

•IP address

•Browser type and version

•Device information

•Pages viewed and time spent on the site

•Cookies and similar tracking technologies (analytics only)

We use this information to improve user experience and website functionality.

How We Use Your Information

The Hood Group LLC may use your information to:

•Provide services, coaching, programs, courses, or consultations

•Respond to inquiries

•Process payments

•Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)

•Improve website performance and user experience

•Maintain business and legal compliance

•Personalize content or communications

We do not sell or rent your personal information. Ever.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information only in the following situations:

A. Service Providers

Third-party vendors who help us operate the business (such as payment processors, email platforms, scheduling systems) may access information strictly as needed to perform their services.

B. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

•Comply with legal obligations

•Protect rights, property, or safety

•Respond to court orders or government requests

C. With Your Consent

We may share information with partners or collaborators only when you explicitly authorize us to do so.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies for:

•Analytics

•Site performance

•User experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though certain site features may not function correctly.

Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of data transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Our Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:

•Accessing the information we hold about you

•Requesting corrections or updates

•Asking us to delete your data

•Opting out of marketing emails

•Restricting certain types of processing

To make a request, contact us at: lorie@thehoodgroupllc.com

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

•Providing services

•Business operations

•Legal compliance

Once no longer needed, data is securely deleted.

Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for individuals under age 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

International Users

If you are accessing the site from outside the United States, you acknowledge that your data may be processed in the U.S. where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updated versions will include a new “Effective Date.”

Contact Us

For questions or privacy-related requests, contact:
The Hood Group LLC
Email: lorie@thehoodgroupllc.com
Mailing Address: 15933 Charter House Lane
Phone: 202-309-5326