Privacy Statement for SimoBreath.com
At SimoBreath.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, use our services, or engage with our health and fitness tools, including breathing exercises and wellness content (collectively, the “Services”). By using SimoBreath.com, you consent to the practices described in this statement.
Important Disclaimer: Our Services are designed to support general wellness and are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All individuals should consult a qualified medical professional before using our Services, particularly if you have pre-existing health conditions or concerns.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: When you register for an account, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us, we may collect details such as your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
- Health and Fitness Data: If you use our breathing exercises or wellness tools, we may collect data related to your usage, such as exercise frequency, preferences, or progress, to personalize your experience.
- Usage Data: We automatically collect information about your interactions with our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our Services.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Services, including personalizing breathing exercises and wellness recommendations.
- Communicate with you, including sending newsletters, updates, or responding to inquiries.
- Analyze usage trends to enhance website functionality and user experience.
- Ensure the security of our Services and prevent fraud.
- Comply with legal obligations, including Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and enforce our Terms of Use.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, or payment processors) who assist in operating our Services, subject to strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a court order or to comply with regulatory authorities.
- Business Transfers: If SimoBreath.com is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, with notice to you where required.
4. Your Choices and Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information, subject to applicable laws:
- Access and Update: You may access or update your account information through your user profile.
- Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in emails or contacting us.
- Data Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Cookies: You can disable cookies via your browser, though this may affect website functionality.
Under PIPEDA, GDPR, CCPA, or other applicable laws, you may have additional rights, such as requesting a copy of your data or restricting certain processing activities. Please contact us to exercise these rights.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. International Data Transfers
SimoBreath.com operates from Victoria, BC, Canada, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for individuals under 19 years of age, as per British Columbia’s age of majority. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
9. Changes to This Privacy Statement
We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated statement on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Statement or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: simo@simobreath.com
Address: SimoBreath, 240 Cook St, Unit 108, Victoria, BC V8V 3X3, Canada
Last Updated: August 5, 2025