Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 7, 2026
Sara Stjärnholm Coaching ("we," "us," or "our") operates the sarastjarnholm.com website ("the Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our Site or interact with our services.
1. Who We Are
Sara Stjärnholm Coaching Email: sara@sarastjarnholm.com
We are responsible for your personal data. If you have questions about this policy, you can contact us at the email address above.
2. What Data We Collect
We collect data in the following ways:
Information you provide directly:
Contact form submissions (name, email, message)
Newsletter signups (email address)
Booking or coaching inquiry forms (name, email, phone if provided)
Information collected automatically:
Site usage data through Squarespace analytics (pages visited, time on site, referral source)
Advertising data through Meta Pixel (when you interact with our ads or visit the Site from Meta platforms)
Advertising data through TikTok Pixel (when you interact with our ads on TikTok or visit the Site)
Email engagement data through Squarespace email marketing (opens, clicks, if you're on our newsletter)
Browser and device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
Payment information: We do not collect payment data. Payments for coaching services are processed through Frilans Finans, an external payment processor. We do not store or handle your payment details as of now.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for these purposes:
To respond to your inquiries and provide coaching services
To send you newsletters (only if you've opted in)
To improve our website and services
To measure advertising performance and reach people interested in our coaching
To comply with legal obligations
To protect against fraud or security threats
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process your data based on:
Consent — When you sign up for our newsletter or submit a form
Legitimate interests — To improve our Site and provide better services to you
Contract — If you've engaged our coaching services
Legal obligation — To comply with laws and regulations
5. Who We Share Your Data With
We only share your data with service providers who help us run our business:
Squarespace — hosts our website and manages email marketing
Meta — receives data from the Meta Pixel to show you targeted coaching ads
TikTok — receives data from the TikTok Pixel to show you targeted coaching ads
Frilans Finans — processes payments (if you purchase coaching services)
These companies are required to keep your data confidential and secure. We do not sell your data to third parties.
6. How Long We Keep Your Data
Contact form submissions — Kept for 2 years unless you request deletion
Newsletter subscribers — Kept until you unsubscribe
Email engagement data — Kept for 1 year
Website analytics — Kept for 26 months (Squarespace default)
Advertising data — Kept according to Meta and TikTok's retention policies
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights:
Right to access — You can request a copy of your personal data
Right to rectification — You can correct inaccurate data
Right to erasure — You can request deletion of your data (with some exceptions)
Right to restrict processing — You can limit how we use your data
Right to data portability — You can receive your data in a portable format
Right to object — You can object to certain types of processing, including marketing
Right to withdraw consent — You can unsubscribe from our newsletter or opt out of ads at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at sara@sarastjarnholm.com.
8. Cookies
See our separate Cookie Policy for detailed information about cookies and how to manage them.
9. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data through secure connections (HTTPS) and trusted service providers. However, no transmission over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. International Data Transfers
Our service providers may process your data outside the EU. When this happens, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place through standard contractual clauses or other legal mechanisms approved by the EU.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we discover we have collected data from a child, we will delete it immediately.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version is always available on our Site. We will notify you of significant changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact us at:
Sara Stjärnholm Coaching sara@sarastjarnholm.com
If you're not satisfied with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 7, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, analyze how you use the site, and deliver targeted advertising. Some cookies are essential for the site to work. Others are optional and require your consent.
Our Cookies
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function. We don't need your consent for these.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Provider
Duration
Squarespace session cookies
Keep you logged in, maintain site functionality
Squarespace
Session
Security cookies
Protect against fraud and security threats
Squarespace
Session
Functional Cookies (You Control These)
These cookies improve your experience by remembering your preferences.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Provider
Duration
Language preferences
Remember your language choice
Squarespace
1 year
Site preferences
Remember your site settings
Squarespace
1 year
Analytics Cookies (You Control These)
These cookies help us understand how you use our Site so we can improve it.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Provider
Duration
Squarespace analytics
Tracks pages visited, time on site, bounce rate
Squarespace
26 months
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Google Analytics (if enabled by Squarespace)
Google/Squarespace
2 years
Marketing Cookies (You Control These)
These cookies enable targeted advertising and track how our ads perform.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Provider
Duration
Meta Pixel
Tracks visits and interactions to show you relevant coaching ads on Meta platforms (Facebook, Instagram)
Meta Platforms
90 days
TikTok Pixel
Tracks visits and interactions to show you relevant coaching ads on TikTok
TikTok
90 days
Conversion tracking
Measures whether ads lead to coaching inquiries
Meta, TikTok
Varies
Your Consent & Control
How We Get Your Consent
When you first visit our Site, a consent banner appears. You can:
Accept all cookies
Reject optional cookies
Customize which types of cookies you want
How to Change Your Choices
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
Looking for a cookie settings button on our Site (usually in the footer)
Clearing your cookies through your browser settings (this will require you to consent again)
Opting out of specific advertising platforms (see below)
How to Opt Out of Advertising Cookies
Meta:
Visit Meta's Ad Preferences page and adjust your settings
Use Meta's privacy controls in your account settings
TikTok:
Visit TikTok's privacy settings and manage data permissions
Use your browser's do-not-track settings
General opt-out:
Visit www.youronlinechoices.eu to opt out of behavioral advertising across multiple platforms (EU)
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties, not by us directly. These include Meta, TikTok, and Squarespace's analytics partners. We don't control these cookies, but we require these companies to respect your privacy choices.
How Long Cookies Last
Session cookies — Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies — Stay on your device for weeks, months, or years depending on their purpose
Your Browser Settings
You can manage cookies through your browser:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy > Cookies and other site data Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
You can set your browser to:
Accept all cookies
Reject all cookies
Ask you before accepting cookies
Delete cookies when you close the browser
Note: Rejecting essential cookies may prevent the Site from working properly.
GDPR & Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have:
The right to know which cookies are used and why
The right to consent before non-essential cookies are set
The right to withdraw consent at any time
The right to clear your cookies
We provide clear information and easy opt-out options to respect these rights.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy if we add new cookies or change how we use them. We'll notify you of significant changes.
Questions?
If you have questions about our cookies or this policy, contact us at:
Sara Stjärnholm Coaching sara@sarastjarnholm.com
Privacy & Cookie Policy Summary: We use cookies to make your experience better and measure how our coaching ads perform. We respect your choices and comply with GDPR. You control which cookies you accept. Any questions? Reach out anytime.