Privacy Policy for Daniel Argota Personal Training
Effective Date: November 2025
Last Updated: November 2025
Introduction
Daniel Argota Personal Training (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (https://www.danieljargota.com), engage our personal training services, or interact with us in any way.
As a health and fitness service provider, we understand the sensitive nature of the information you share with us. We comply with applicable data protection laws and follow industry best practices to protect your privacy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
When you engage our services or contact us, we may collect:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, physical address
- Health & Fitness Information: Current fitness level, health conditions, injuries, medications, fitness goals, body measurements, progress photos (with consent)
- Payment Information: Billing address, payment method details (processed securely through third-party providers)
- Account Information: Username, password (if you create an account)
- Communication Data: Messages, emails, consultation notes, training logs
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns
- Technical Data: IP address, browser user agent string (for spam detection)
- Cookies: See our Cookie Policy section below
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
- Fitness tracking apps (with your permission)
- Social media platforms (if you connect accounts)
- Referral sources
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
Service Delivery
- Creating personalized training programs
- Tracking your fitness progress
- Providing nutritional guidance
- Scheduling training sessions
- Communicating about your training
Business Operations
- Processing payments
- Responding to inquiries
- Sending service updates and appointments
- Improving our services
- Maintaining records as required by law
Marketing (with consent)
- Sending newsletters and fitness tips
- Sharing success stories (anonymized unless permission given)
- Promotional offers for our services
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
- Contract: To provide the personal training services you’ve requested
- Consent: For marketing communications and sharing success stories
- Legitimate Interests: For business operations and service improvements
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
Service Providers
- Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)
- Email service providers
- Scheduling and booking systems
- Cloud storage providers
- Analytics services (Google Analytics)
Professional Requirements
- Healthcare providers (only with your explicit consent)
- Emergency contacts (in case of medical emergency during training)
- Legal authorities (if required by law)
Business Transfers
If our business is sold or merged, your information may be transferred to the new owners.
Health Information Protection
We treat your health and fitness information with special care:
- Health data is stored securely and encrypted
- Access is limited to Daniel Argota and authorized staff only
- We never share health information without explicit consent
- Progress photos are stored securely and never shared without permission
Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience:
Essential Cookies
- Login authentication cookies (expire after 2 days)
- Session cookies (deleted when browser closes)
- Screen display preferences (expire after 1 year)
Optional Cookies
- Comment form information (name, email, website – expire after 1 year)
- Analytics cookies (to understand website usage)
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit website functionality.
Third-Party Content
Our website may include:
- Embedded videos (YouTube, Vimeo)
- Social media feeds
- External article links
- Fitness tracking integrations
These third parties may collect data about you according to their own privacy policies.
Data Retention
We retain your information as follows:
- Active Clients: Duration of service plus 7 years (for legal/tax purposes)
- Inquiries: 2 years from last contact
- Website Comments: Indefinitely (for spam prevention)
- Marketing Lists: Until you unsubscribe
- Health Records: 7 years as recommended by fitness industry standards
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request removal of your data (subject to legal requirements)
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Objection: Opt-out of marketing communications
- Restriction: Limit how we process your data
- Withdrawal of Consent: Revoke previously given consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at [your email].
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures including:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure password requirements
- Limited access to personal information
- Regular security assessments
- Secure data storage and backup procedures
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 without parental consent. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. Parents/guardians must provide consent and supervision for minors.
International Data Transfers
If you access our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if information is sold or disclosed
- Right to refuse the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes via:
- Email notification
- Website announcement
- Updated “Last Modified” date
Contact Information
For privacy concerns or questions, contact:
Daniel Argota Personal Training
Email: [Insert your email]
Phone: [Insert your phone]
Address: Port Charlotte, Florida
For data protection inquiries or to exercise your rights, please email us with “Privacy Request” in the subject line.
Compliance
This privacy policy complies with:
Health and fitness industry best practices
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
YMYL (Your Money Your Life) content standards