This Privacy Policy explains how Nikki Romain ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit or interact with The Audacity Blueprint website, including when you:

• purchase products (e.g., The Audacity Blueprint book and digital products),
• request or book public speaking or leadership development services,
• register for courses, classes, or retreats, or
• subscribe to emails/marketing.

Business Location: Peoria, Illinois, United States.

Contact: speaking@nikkiromain.com

We collect information in three ways: (A) information you provide, (B) information collected automatically, and (C) information from third parties.

A. Information you provide

Depending on what you do on the site, you may provide:

• Contact information: name, email, phone number, organization/company, job title
• Order information: billing/shipping address, purchase details, transaction history
• Booking/request details: event date/location, audience size, goals, budget range, logistics
• Course/retreat registration info: attendee details, preferences, and (if applicable) accessibility needs or dietary restrictions you voluntarily submit
• Communications: messages you send to us, support requests, survey responses
• Content you submit: testimonials, reviews, comments, or other content (if enabled)

B. Information collected automatically

When you use the website, we (and our service providers) may automatically collect:

• Device and usage data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, pages viewed, time spent, referring URLs
• Cookies and similar tech: used for site functionality, analytics, and (if enabled) advertising/retargeting

C. Information from third parties

We may receive information from vendors that help us run the business, such as:

• Payment processors (we generally do not receive your full card number; payments are handled by the processor)
• E-commerce / digital delivery / course platforms
• Email and CRM tools
• Analytics providers
• Shipping carriers and fulfillment partners
• Scheduling/booking tools

We use information to:

• Provide and deliver products, digital content, and services
• Process orders, payments, shipping, and confirmations
• Manage speaking inquiries, quotes, contracts, scheduling, and event logistics
• Register participants for courses/classes/retreats and send updates
• Provide customer support and communicate with you
• Improve website performance, user experience, and offerings
• Send marketing messages (you can opt out anytime)
• Detect, prevent, and respond to fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce policies

We may use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Essential site operation (cart, login/session, security)
• Analytics (understand site usage and improve performance)
• Marketing/advertising (if enabled)

You can control cookies through your browser settings and (where available) our cookie preference tools. Some features may not work if you disable certain cookies.

We may share information:

• With service providers that perform services for us (payments, shipping, email delivery, analytics, hosting, customer support)
• With event partners/vendors as needed to run a retreat/class (e.g., venue check-in lists), limited to what is necessary
• For legal and security reasons (to comply with law, respond to lawful requests, protect rights and safety, and prevent fraud)
• Business transfers (if we undergo a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, information may be transferred as part of that transaction)

We do not sell personal information in the ordinary "data broker" sense. If we ever engage in regulated "sale" or targeted advertising practices that trigger special rights in certain states, we will provide required notices and opt-out mechanisms.

If you subscribe or opt in, we may send promotional emails. You can unsubscribe using the link in our emails. The FTC's CAN-SPAM guidance outlines core compliance expectations for commercial email.

If you submit a testimonial/review or appear in media for our promotions, we may use it to market our services/products consistent with the permissions you grant. Endorsements and testimonials are expected to be truthful and non-misleading under FTC guidance.

We retain information as long as reasonably necessary for:

• fulfilling orders/services,
• maintaining business records,
• resolving disputes,
• enforcing agreements,
• and complying with legal obligations.

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information. No system is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

This site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. COPPA imposes specific requirements in this area.

Illinois breach notification: If a security incident involves certain personal information, Illinois law requires notice in the most expedient time possible and without unreasonable delay, with additional requirements in some cases.

Biometric data (BIPA): We do not intentionally collect biometric identifiers (e.g., fingerprints/face scans) through this website. If we ever do, Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act requires, among other things, a publicly available retention/destruction policy and written notice/consent before collection.

Depending on your location and the nature of your request, you may be able to:

• request access, correction, or deletion of certain information we hold,
• opt out of marketing emails,
• manage cookies via browser settings and preference tools.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date reflects the latest version.

Questions or requests:

Email: speaking@nikkiromain.com