Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 2025
Welcome to Beginning.com. We understand that your privacy is very important to you and that you care about how your personal information is collected, used, and stored.
When you use Beginning.com, you trust us with intimate and sensitive information about yourself, which is a responsibility we take very seriously. Beginning OÜ (“Beginning.com,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a company registered in Estonia, is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy in connection with your use of:
- our website(s), including academy.beginning.com,
- our mobile applications,
- and other related services, features, and products (together, the “Services”).
This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and what rights you have. By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
- Account Information: name, email address, password, phone number, billing address, and other details provided when you register.
- Payment Information: processed securely through third-party providers (Stripe, PayPal, EveryPay, Klarna, Apple, Google). We do not store full payment card details.
- Health & Wellbeing Data: if you choose to enter information about your menstrual cycle, pregnancy, symptoms, fertility, emotional wellbeing, or other sensitive data, we process it solely to provide the Services.
- Device & Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, app usage statistics, crash logs.
- Tracking Data: via cookies, pixels, tags, or similar technologies for analytics, performance monitoring, and advertising.
- Third-Party Login Data: if you sign in using Google, Apple, or Facebook, we may receive your name, email, and profile picture.
- Communications: if you contact us or subscribe to our newsletters, we may collect your correspondence and preferences.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Services.
- Process your purchases and manage your account.
- Deliver educational and wellbeing content tailored to your needs.
- Send you updates, newsletters, offers, and promotions (you may unsubscribe anytime).
- Ensure security and prevent fraud.
- Comply with legal obligations.
Sensitive health data is only processed with your consent and used exclusively to deliver the features you have requested.
3. Payment Processing
All payments are handled by trusted third-party payment providers. We do not store your complete payment card details. Instead, we receive limited transaction details such as card type, expiry date, billing address, and transaction ID.
4. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and personalized advertising. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect the performance of our Services.
We may also work with trusted partners like Google and Meta to deliver relevant ads. You can learn more and manage preferences at:
5. Data Storage & Security
- Your data is stored securely on servers in the European Union and/or the United States.
- We apply industry-standard security practices (encryption, access controls) to protect your information.
- No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure; however, we work hard to safeguard your data.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell your data. We may share your information only with:
- Service providers (hosting, analytics, payment, communications) under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Business partners when offering joint promotions (only with your consent).
- Authorities, if required by law or to protect legal rights.
- In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer.
7. International Transfers
As an Estonian company serving a global audience, your data may be transferred outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, in compliance with GDPR and other applicable laws.
8. Your Rights
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Withdraw consent for processing sensitive data.
- Object to marketing communications.
- Port your data to another provider.
To exercise these rights, email us at [email protected]. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and if material, we will notify you by email or within our Services.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Beginning OÜ
Tallinn, Estonia
Email: [email protected]
You may also contact your local data protection authority if you have unresolved concerns.