Privacy Policy

Updated: 2/2025

The Honesty Experiment (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, thehonestyexperiment.com (the “Site”), use our services, or interact with us.

By using our Site and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information to provide and improve our services.

1.1 Personal Information

  • When you sign up for our services: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment details (processed via third-party payment providers).

  • When you participate in The Honesty Experiment: Any voluntarily shared journaling entries, testimonials, or user-generated content.

  • When you contact us: Your communication details and any information you provide.

1.2 Non-Personal Information

  • Browser type, device type, IP address, and usage data through cookies and analytics tools (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, etc.).

  • Aggregated statistical data that does not identify individual users.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for:

  • Providing and improving The Honesty Experiment services.

  • Sending important updates, newsletters, and promotional content (you can opt out).

  • Personalizing your experience based on your interests.

  • Ensuring security and fraud prevention.

  • Complying with legal obligations.

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information only in the following cases:

  • With service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing services) to facilitate our services.

  • For legal compliance (e.g., responding to subpoenas, fraud investigations, protecting our rights).

  • With your consent for testimonials or case studies.

We do not share your information with third-party advertisers.

4. Your Rights and Choices

4.1 U.S. Residents (Including Michigan Law Compliance)

  • You can request access, correction, or deletion of your data.

  • You can opt out of marketing emails at any time.

  • We comply with the Michigan Consumer Protection Act and applicable data privacy laws.

4.2 European Users (GDPR Compliance)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), or Switzerland, you have additional rights:

  • Right to Access and Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data.

  • Right to Rectification: You can correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Right to Erasure (“Right to Be Forgotten”): You can request deletion of your data under certain conditions.

  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can limit how we use your data.

  • Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

Legal Basis for Processing (Under GDPR)
We process your data based on one or more of the following:

  • Your consent (e.g., when signing up for our services).

  • Contractual necessity (e.g., processing payments).

  • Legal obligations (e.g., fraud prevention).

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services).

To exercise your rights under GDPR, email us at thegoodly25@gmail.com

5. Data Security and Retention

  • We use encryption and secure storage to protect your data.

  • We retain personal data only as long as necessary for our services, legal obligations, or dispute resolution.

If you believe your data has been compromised, contact us immediately at thegoodly25@gmail.com

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics and improving user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

  • Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.

  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior.

  • Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted promotions (only if you opt in).

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.

8. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Our services are not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their data. If you believe we have collected such data, contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here, and significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice on our Site.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your data rights, contact us at:

Email: thegoodly25@gmail.com
This policy ensures compliance with:

  • Michigan Consumer Protection Act

  • U.S. laws such as COPPA, CCPA (for California visitors), and FTC regulations

  • GDPR (for European users)

Let me know if you need any modifications.