Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 12, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Initiate Advising (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the information you provide when you visit our website https://initiateadvising.com, book services, or otherwise interact with us online.
By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide Directly
We may collect:
Your name, email address, and any details submitted through contact or booking forms.
Payment and billing information provided through Calendly and Stripe when scheduling or paying for advising sessions.
Messages, notes, or preferences you share when communicating with us.
b. Information Collected Automatically
We may automatically collect:
Your IP address, browser type, and device information through Meta Business Suite and other analytics tools.
Usage data (such as pages visited and session duration) to help us improve website performance and user experience.
c. Information from Third-Party Services
We securely use tools such as:
HubSpot to manage and store client contact information and communication history.
Calendly, Stripe, and Meta for booking, payment processing, and analytics, in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
Schedule and manage advising sessions
Process payments and send confirmations
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
Improve website functionality and client experience
Send occasional updates or promotional information (only if you opt in)
Comply with business, accounting, and legal obligations
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share information only with:
Service providers (Calendly, Stripe, HubSpot, Meta Business Suite) that help us deliver our services
Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law or to protect our legal rights
All third parties are required to handle your data securely and only for the purposes described here.
5. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
Your data may be stored on secure servers operated by trusted third-party providers. While no system is completely secure, we work to protect your information using industry-standard safeguards.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
You may request deletion of your information at any time (see Section 10).
7. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and tracking technologies (including Meta Business Suite) to analyze site traffic and improve performance.
You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies if you prefer.
8. Your Rights (for California, EU, and UK Users)
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for data processing
File a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 10.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 16 years old.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or requests about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
Initiate Advising
📧 Email: initiateadvising@outlook.com
🌐 Website: https://initiateadvising.com
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of our website after any changes indicates acceptance of the revised policy.