At The Art of Touch Massage, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. By using our site, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from you:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (when you use the contact form or book a session).

  • Appointment Information: Date, time, and service type requested.

  • Health Information: Any voluntary health-related information you share before your massage (e.g., pregnancy, pain areas, allergies).

  • Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited via cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Schedule and confirm appointments.

  • Communicate with you regarding your session or any rescheduling.

  • Personalize your massage experience based on your preferences or health needs.

  • Improve our website, services, and user experience.

  • Comply with legal obligations and ensure the safety of our services.

3. SMS Text Messaging Opt-In Policy

By providing your mobile number through our website or booking form, you may opt in to receive SMS messages related to:

  • Appointment reminders

  • Rescheduling or updates to your booking

  • Health and safety protocols

  • Important service notifications

Consent:
By opting in, you consent to receive text messages from The Art of Touch Massage. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message received.

Privacy:
Your mobile number will only be used for the purposes stated above and will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing.

4. Health & Safety Disclosures

  • If you are pregnant, we must know in advance and may refer you to a specialist.

  • Clients should disclose any contagious illness or injury before appointments.

  • We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule appointments if any health concerns are present.

All such personal health information is kept confidential and is only used to provide safe and appropriate services.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties except:

  • Service Providers: We may use third-party tools (e.g., for online booking or SMS delivery) that securely handle your data.

  • Legal Requirements: If required to comply with laws or respond to legal requests.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our site may use cookies to track how you interact with our pages. This helps us improve usability and performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical precautions to protect your data from unauthorized access or misuse.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., booking platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their policies separately.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the personal data we have about you.

  • Ask for corrections or deletions of inaccurate data.

  • Withdraw consent to processing (where applicable).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: info@theartoftouchmassage.com

10. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us: info@theartoftouchmassage.com