Privacy Policy

Kathleen Karius Functional Nutrition and Wellbeing

 

This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you work with me. If you have any questions or would like more details, feel free to contact me at: kathleen@karius.ch.

 

Last reviewed: June 2025.

 

What personal data I collect and how I get it
 

You may share your personal information with me in several ways:

 

• Filling out health forms via PracticeBetter

• Email, phone, or postal communications

• Uploading documents (e.g. lab results)

• Making payments online

• Signing up for my newsletter

 

This may include:
 

• Your name, contact information, and date of birth

• Information about your health and medical history

 

I do not collect data from other sources or third parties.

 

2. Why I use your dataI use your personal information to:

 

• Provide nutrition and wellbeing services (based on our agreement)

• Offer personalised advice and support (in your best interest)

• Send newsletters or updates if you’ve agreed to receive them (with your consent)

 

I act as the person responsible for how your data is handled and also manage any payment-related data.

 

Your information is always processed in line with GDPR and kept secure.

 

3. Do I share your data?
 

No—your data stays private.

 

I will only share it if you give me written permission, or I’m legally required to do so.

 

4. How long I keep your data

 

I keep your records only as long as necessary, following legal and professional guidelines. I regularly review my files and securely delete any information I no longer need.

 

5. How I protect your data

 

Your personal data is stored securely using:

 

• Encrypted cloud storage

• Password-protected devices

• Limited access for authorised personnel only

• GDPR-compliant third-party tools (like PracticeBetter and payment systems)

 

6. Your rights under GDPR

 

You have the right to:
 

• See what personal data I hold about you

• Ask for corrections or for your data to be deleted

• Limit how your data is used

• Withdraw your consent for marketing at any time

 

I don’t use automated systems to make decisions about you.

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7. Website forms and cookies

 

• Forms: My website may use secure forms (e.g. contact or sign-up forms). These are designed to protect your privacy.

• Cookies: No cookies are currently used to collect personal data on the website.

 

8. Website analytics

 

I use basic analytics tools (such as those provided by Wix) to see how people use my website. This information is used in general terms and doesn’t identify you personally.

 

9. If you have a concern

If you’re unhappy with how your data is handled, please email. You can also contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) or another relevant data protection authority if needed.