Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 7, 2026

1. Introduction

Dominick DeCarlo ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you submit booking inquiries
  • Event Details: Information about your event, venue, date, and attendance
  • Payment Information: Credit card and billing information processed through Stripe
  • HypnoHelp Usage: Information related to hypnosis services you request

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring URLs
  • Cookies: Small data files stored on your device for site functionality

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Process booking inquiries and event contracts
  • Facilitate payment processing through Stripe
  • Provide HypnoHelp services and personalized hypnosis content
  • Communicate about your bookings and services
  • Improve our website and services
  • Send promotional materials (with your consent)
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Payment Processing

We use Stripe as our payment processor. When you make a payment:

  • Your payment information is transmitted directly to Stripe and is not stored on our servers
  • Stripe processes payments in compliance with PCI-DSS requirements
  • Stripe's use of your information is governed by their Privacy Policy: stripe.com/privacy
  • We receive limited payment information (last 4 digits, transaction status) to fulfill your order

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Stripe for payment processing, email service providers, hosting services
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant Stripe
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Event booking information is typically retained for 7 years for tax and legal purposes.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Objection: Object to processing of your data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@dominickdecarlo.com

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our website.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where we or our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

12. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information).

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: