Effective Date: June 4, 2025
Welcome to Coach Finder. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Coach Finder ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal information when you use our website, platform, and services.

By accessing or using the Coach Finder platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information You Provide

When you register, complete a profile, or book a session, you may provide:

• Name, email address, phone number

• Passwords and login credentials

• Billing address and payment information

• Biography, profile picture, expertise areas (for coaches)

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you use Coach Finder, we may collect:

• IP address and geolocation

• Device and browser type

• Pages visited and session duration

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

c. Third-Party Information

If you connect with third-party services (e.g. Google, LinkedIn), we may collect:

• Public profile info

• Authentication tokens

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and operate the Coach Finder platform

• Facilitate scheduling and communication between coaches and clients

• Process payments securely via Stripe or other payment processors

• Verify identities and protect against fraud

• Improve and personalize the user experience

• Send updates, newsletters, or promotional content (with opt-out options)

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Who We Share Your Information With

We may share your information with:

• Coaches or clients you engage with via the platform

• Service providers (e.g. Stripe, Supabase, analytics tools) who support our operations

• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights

• Business transfers (if we undergo a merger, acquisition, or asset sale)

We do not sell your personal data.

4. Your Choices and Rights

You have rights to:

• Access and update your personal information

• Request data deletion (subject to legal obligations)

• Withdraw consent for marketing communications

• Opt out of cookies through browser settings

For any data-related requests, contact us at: [Insert Contact Email]

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Coach Finder uses cookies to:

• Remember your preferences

• Analyze traffic and usage trends

• Improve functionality

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Note: Some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

6. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• HTTPS encryption

• Role-based access control

• Secure payment gateways (e.g. Stripe)

• Regular vulnerability scans

However, no system is 100% secure. Please use strong passwords and notify us of any suspicious activity.

7. Children’s Privacy

Coach Finder is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn that we’ve collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

8. International Users

If you access Coach Finder from outside [Country], your data may be transferred to and processed in [Country] where data protection laws may differ. By using the platform, you consent to this transfer.

9. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites or tools. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of the platform after changes means you accept the updated terms.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at:

📧 Email: [support@coachfinder.com]