Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) is issued by Zoley Consulting, LLC, a limited liability company duly organized and existing under the laws of the State of Connecticut, United States (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). This Policy is effective as of February 1, 2025, and explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose information in connection with our website, communications, and consulting services. By accessing our website or engaging with our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Scope of this Privacy Policy

This Policy applies to personal information collected and processed by Zoley Consulting when you:

  • Visit our website, submit inquiries, or sign up for communications.

  • Engage us for consulting projects, strategy sessions, or advisory work.

  • Interact with us in professional contexts, such as calls, emails, online meetings, or events we host or attend.

This Policy does not apply to personal information related to our employees, contractors, or job applicants, nor does it apply to third-party websites or services that may be linked to or accessible from our website.

2. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect personal information directly from you, automatically when you interact with our website, and from third parties. For purposes of this Policy, “personal information” means information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to you or your household.

Information you provide directly:

  • Contact details: name, email address, phone number, company name, job title.

  • Professional details: business objectives, industry, service needs, preferences.

  • Financial/payment details: billing address and payment method (processed through third-party providers).

  • Communications: emails, calls, forms, or documents you share with us.

Information collected automatically:

  • Device and browser data (IP address, operating system, browser type, language, and similar).

  • Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, referral source).

  • Cookie and tracking data (see Section 10 below).

Information from third parties:

  • Business referrals or networking platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, partner introductions).

  • Publicly available business records.

We do not collect sensitive categories of data such as health, biometric, or geolocation information, unless strictly necessary for a defined consulting engagement and with your express consent.

3. How and Why We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Provide, manage, and deliver consulting services.

  • Respond to inquiries and manage communications.

  • Process payments, invoices, and contracts.

  • Conduct internal research, service improvements, and business analytics.

  • Send updates, insights, or marketing communications (with opt-out rights).

  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce agreements.

  • Protect against fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access.

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

4. How We Disclose and Share Personal Information

We may disclose personal information:

  • To vendors and service providers (e.g., IT support, payment processors, email platforms, subcontractors engaged in project delivery).

  • To professional advisors (e.g., attorneys, auditors) where necessary.

  • In connection with a business transaction (merger, acquisition, reorganization, or asset sale).

  • Where required by law, regulation, or legal process.

  • With your consent or direction.

We do not share your data with advertisers, data brokers, or social platforms for behavioral advertising.

5. Your Sharing

If you choose to share information publicly (e.g., testimonials, case studies, or professional reviews), such information may be visible to others. We will always seek your consent before using your name, business, or likeness in marketing materials.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are intended for business professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe we have collected information about a minor, please contact us immediately.

7. Protection of Personal Information

We implement commercially reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Retention of Personal Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

9. Managing Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.

  • Opt out of marketing communications.

  • Restrict or object to processing.

  • Request a copy of your information.

To exercise these rights, contact us at connect@zoley.io. We will verify requests consistent with applicable laws.

10. About Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Understand website usage and improve functionality.

  • Measure engagement and effectiveness of communications.

  • Provide a smoother user experience.

    You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

11. Using Zoley Consulting Services with Third Parties

Our website and services may link to or integrate with third-party platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Drive, or AI tools). Your interactions with those platforms are governed by their privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party practices outside our control.

12. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted on our website with a new effective date. Continued use of our Services after changes indicates your acceptance.

13. Questions, Feedback, and Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Policy, please contact us:

Zoley Consulting, LLC
Email: connect@zoley.io

14. Additional State-Specific Information

If you are a resident of California or other states with privacy laws, you may have additional rights under state law. We will honor those rights as applicable, including:

  • The right to know what categories of personal information we collect.

  • The right to access, correct, or delete personal information.

  • The right to opt out of certain data sharing.

  • The right not to face discrimination for exercising privacy rights.