Privacy Policy

Franchise Raconteur – Creative Consulting Services (California)
Last Updated: June 5, 2026

Franchise Raconteur (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your information when you visit our website or engage with our creative consulting services.

This policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Business or project details

  • Any information submitted through contact forms, consultations, or inquiries

2. Email Communications (Google Services)

If you contact us via email (including links that open your email client):

  • Your message and contact details are transmitted through your email provider and received via Google-hosted email services (e.g., Gmail or Google Workspace)

  • We retain email correspondence for business communication, recordkeeping, and client service purposes

Please note:

  • Your email provider’s privacy practices also apply

  • Email is not fully secure—avoid sending sensitive personal information unless necessary

3. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we and our hosting provider (Squarespace) may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Referring URLs

This information helps us understand how the site is used and improve performance.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Understand website usage

  • Improve performance and user experience

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide consulting services

  • Communicate about projects or potential engagements

  • Maintain records of client communications

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Send occasional updates or marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)

  • Comply with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with:

  • Website hosting provider: Our website is hosted by Squarespace, which processes certain data (such as IP address, device information, and browsing activity) to operate, secure, and analyze site performance

  • Service providers: such as Google (email), payment processors (if used), and analytics providers

  • Contractors or collaborators as needed to deliver services

  • Legal authorities when required by law

We expect all service providers to use appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

Your California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under CCPA/CPRA:

Right to Know
You may request information about:

  • Categories of personal data collected

  • Purposes for collection

  • Categories of third parties receiving data

Right to Access
You may request a copy of your personal information.

Right to Delete
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

Right to Correct
You may request correction of inaccurate personal information.

Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing
We do not sell or share personal information as defined under CCPA/CPRA.

Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Information
We only use sensitive personal information when necessary to provide services.

Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To submit a request, contact us at:
jason@franchiseraconteur.com

We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Maintain business and client records (including email communications)

  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

Cookies and Your Choices

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a revised “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:
jason@franchiseraconteur.com