PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
1. Introduction
Emerge, LLC, doing business as Ann Rau ~ Marketing & Events Consulting ("ARC," "we," "us," or "our"), respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information when you visit AnnRau.com (the "Website") or interact with our services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide Directly. When you fill out a form on this Website, subscribe to our email list, book a session, purchase a service, or contact us, you may provide information such as your name, email address, phone number, business name, and any details you choose to share.
Automatically Collected Information. When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect information about your device, browser, IP address, pages visited, and how you interact with the site. This is collected through cookies and similar technologies.
Third-Party Tools. We use third-party tools (such as HighLevel, email marketing platforms, analytics services, and scheduling tools) to operate the Website and deliver services. These tools may collect information on our behalf according to their own privacy policies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our services
- Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
- Send marketing emails, newsletters, and updates (you can unsubscribe anytime)
- Process payments and fulfill purchases
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Website
- Comply with legal obligations
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these limited situations:
- With service providers who help us operate the Website or our business (such as email platforms, CRM tools, payment processors, scheduling software)
- When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
In connection with a business sale, merger, or transfer of assets
5. Cookies
This Website uses cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and improve your experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some parts of the Website may not function properly without them.
6. Email Communications
If you subscribe to our email list, you may receive marketing emails, updates, event invitations, and educational content. Every email includes an unsubscribe link. You can opt out at any time.
7. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your information. To exercise these rights, contact us through the form on this Website. We will respond as required by applicable law.
8. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as needed to provide services, fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, and comply with legal obligations. When information is no longer needed, we will take reasonable steps to delete or anonymize it.
9. Children's Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
10. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Third-Party Websites
This Website may link to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing information.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
13. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us through the contact form on this Website.
