Privacy Policy | Gather On Hopmeadow

Effective Date: March 2, 2026
Business Name: Gather on Hopmeadow
Website: https://www.gatheronhopmeadow.com
Location: Simsbury, CT 06070
Contact Email: gatheronhopmeadow@gmail.com

1. Introduction

Gather on Hopmeadow (“Gather,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, register for programs, make purchases, or otherwise interact with us.

Our website is hosted on the Wix.com platform and utilizes Square, Inc. for payment processing.

By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Billing and shipping address
Payment details (processed by Square)
Child’s name and age (for youth programs)
Emergency contact information
Signed waivers or agreements
Communications you send to us

We collect only the information necessary to operate our retail store, workshops, events, and educational programs.

B. Information Collected Automatically

Through Wix and integrated services, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages viewed
Time spent on pages
Referral URLs
Cookies and usage analytics

Wix may store website visitor data on secure servers protected by firewalls and encryption.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

Process registrations and purchases
Provide customer support
Manage classes and events
Maintain safety and emergency contact records
Send newsletters and promotional emails (if opted in)
Improve website performance
Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information.

4. Payment Processing – Square Compliance

All payments made through our website or in person may be processed by Square, Inc.

We do not store full credit card numbers.
Payment data is encrypted and handled directly by Square.
Square operates under PCI-DSS compliance standards.
Square’s privacy policy governs financial data processing.

For more information, please review Square’s Privacy Notice at https://squareup.com/legal/privacy.

5. Website Hosting – Wix Compliance

Our website is hosted by Wix.com Ltd. Wix provides the online platform that allows us to sell products and services.

Data may be stored through Wix’s secure data storage and databases.
Wix uses SSL encryption and firewall protection.
Wix may process data in various jurisdictions consistent with their privacy framework.

For more information, see Wix’s Privacy Policy at https://www.wix.com/about/privacy.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We and our service providers may use:

Essential cookies
Analytics cookies
Marketing cookies

These help improve functionality, analyze performance, and enhance user experience.

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

7. Children’s Privacy (COPPA & Connecticut Considerations)

We offer programs for children. We collect limited personal information from parents or legal guardians for:

Registration
Emergency contact
Health/safety considerations

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.

Connecticut residents may have additional consumer protection rights under state law.

8. Photography & Media Use

We may photograph or record classes and events for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have you or your child included in marketing materials, please notify us in writing.

We honor all written opt-out requests.

9. Connecticut Data Breach Notification

If a data breach involving Connecticut residents’ personal information occurs, we will comply with Connecticut General Statutes § 36a-701b and notify affected individuals and appropriate authorities as required by law.

GDPR Notice (For Visitors from the European Economic Area)

If you are located in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), or United Kingdom, you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

Contractual necessity (class registration or purchase)
Consent (newsletter sign-up)
Legitimate business interests
Legal compliance

Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [Insert Email]

We will respond within 30 days where required by law.

CCPA / CPRA Notice (For California Residents)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect
Know how it is used
Request deletion of personal information
Correct inaccurate personal information
Opt out of sale or sharing of personal information

We do not sell personal information.

To make a request, contact us at: gatheronhopmeadow@gmail.com

We may verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

Fulfill registrations and purchases
Maintain business and tax records
Comply with legal obligations

After that, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

11. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards including:

SSL encryption
Secure hosting via Wix
PCI-compliant payment processing via Square
Limited internal access to sensitive data

However, no system can guarantee complete security.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to social media platforms or other third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

14. Contact Information

Gather on Hopmeadow
Simsbury, Connecticut
Email: gatheronhopmeadow@gmail.com
Phone: 860-325-2590