Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 27, 2026
The Rooted Human ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website therootedhuman.com and use our services.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you sign up for classes, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us
- Payment Information: When you make a purchase, payment is processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your full credit card information on our servers
- Class Registration Data: Information about which classes you register for and attend
- Communications: Any messages or inquiries you send us
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze this information. Google Analytics uses cookies to help us understand how visitors use our site.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process class registrations and payments
- Send you confirmation emails and class reminders
- Send newsletters and updates about our offerings (if you opt in)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
Email Communications
When you subscribe to our newsletter or register for a class, you may receive emails from us. We use Mailchimp to manage our email list. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email or by contacting us directly.
Third Party Services
We use the following third party services that may collect information:
- Stripe: For secure payment processing
- Mailchimp: For email newsletter management
- Google Analytics: For website analytics
- Zoom: For virtual classes (if applicable)
Each of these services has their own privacy policy governing how they handle your data.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access your personal information
- The right to correct inaccurate information
- The right to delete your information
- The right to opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used, and the right to request deletion of your personal information.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
The Rooted Human
Ellicott City, MD
Email: chelsey@therootedhuman.com
Phone: (240) 389-2067