Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 2, 2026

Quercus Pathways LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.quercuspathways.com and use our services.

1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us, as well as information collected automatically through your use of our site.

  • Scheduling Data: We use a third-party scheduler to manage appointments. This tool collects information necessary to coordinate our meetings, including your contact preferences and time zone.
  • Personal Information: When you contact us or book a consultation, we collect your name, email address, institutional affiliation, and any details you provide regarding your research or coaching needs.
  • Usage Data: Our website uses Google Analytics and standard server logs to collect information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to provide and manage our research consulting and professional coaching services, respond to your inquiries, and monitor website performance.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior. You can manage your preferences via our cookie banner.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data. We only share information with trusted service providers necessary to run our business, such as:

  • Website hosting and analytics providers.
  • Scheduling and communication tools.
  • Legal authorities, if required by law to protect our rights or the safety of others.

5. International Data Transfers (GDPR/UK)
If you are visiting from the EU or UK, please note that your data may be processed in the United States. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with global privacy standards.

6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at dr.lima@quercuspathways.com.

7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information from our records.

8. Security
As a research-based practice, we understand the importance of confidentiality. We implement reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your data, including SSL encryption. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.