Privacy Policy for Universal Fundamentals LLC

Effective Date: July 07, 2022
Last Updated: July 07, 2022
Company: Universal Fundamentals LLC
Website: www.universal-fundamentals.com

Universal Fundamentals LLC (“we,” “us,” “our”) values your trust and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal data you provide when receiving Vedic Astrology consultation services, accessing our website, or interacting with us online.

By using our website or booking our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

 

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information to provide accurate and personalized Vedic Astrology consultations and to process payments securely. The information we may collect includes:

 A. Personal Identification Information

  • First Name

  • Last Name

  • Email Address

  • Phone Number

 B. Birth Data (for Astrology Services)

  • Date of Birth

  • Time of Birth

  • Place of Birth

 C. Payment Information

We do not collect or store your credit card or banking information directly.
Payments are processed securely by:

  • PayPal

  • Stripe

These third-party processors collect and manage your payment data in accordance with their own privacy policies and security standards.

 D. Consultation Recordings

Consultations are usually conducted via Zoom and are recorded.
Recordings are:

  • stored on Zoom, and

  • uploaded to Box (cloud storage platform)
    A private link is emailed to you for your personal use.

 E. Automatically Collected Information (Website)

Our website may also collect standard technical data such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Cookies (where applicable)

This helps us improve website functionality and user experience.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Create, maintain, and save Vedic Astrology charts using specialized software to provide appropriate consultation services

  • To communicate with you regarding appointments, updates, and services

  • To process payments securely via third-party platforms

  • To deliver consultation recordings via secure links

  • To manage and improve our website and services

  • To comply with legal obligations

 

3. How We Store and Protect Your Information

We take data protection seriously. Your information is stored using appropriate and secure systems.

Security Measures Include:

  • Encrypted communication and storage systems (Zoom, Box, email providers)

  • Strong password protection

  • Limited access to client data

  • Secure website hosting

  • No unnecessary sharing of data with third parties

Despite these safeguards, no method of electronic transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but strive to protect your data to the best of our capabilities.

 

4. Sharing of Information

We only share personal information with trusted third parties essential to business operations, including:

  • Zoom (video consultations and optional recording storage)

  • Box (cloud storage for sending clients their consultation recordings)

  • PayPal and Stripe (payment processing)

  • Email providers (for communication)

  • Any applicable Vedic Astrology software (to create, maintain, and save birth charts)

These third parties process data under their respective privacy policies and / or security measures.

 

5. Geographic Restrictions

The website and any additional web-based services operated by Universal Fundamentals LLC are intended solely for access and use within the United States and are designed to comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws. If you are not a U.S. citizen, domiciliary, or resident, or if you access this website or its services from outside the United States, such access is unauthorized and any information you provide is submitted at your own risk. While no method of electronic transmission is completely secure, we cannot guarantee absolute security. However, we take reasonable measures to protect your information to the best of our ability.

 

6. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals 18 years of age and older. We may provide services for minors only with the consent and involvement of a parent or legal guardian, who must provide all necessary information. We do not knowingly collect data directly from children under 18. Parents and / or legal guardians who submit personal information to Universal Fundamentals LLC regarding their minor children do so at their own risk and are subject to the terms of this policy.

 

7. Data Retention

We retain client data in order to:

  • provide services,

  • comply with legal obligations,

  • maintain business records, or

  • resolve disputes.

 

We retain client data only for as long as necessary or permitted, depending on the purpose for which it was collected and in accordance with applicable law. As a result, some personal information may be kept even if you don’t seek additional services from Universal Fundamentals LLC in the future.

 

In determining appropriate retention periods, we take several factors into account, including the length of our relationship with you, any legal or regulatory requirements that obligate us to retain certain records, and whether the information may be relevant to legal matters such as statutes of limitation. In some cases, instead of deleting information, we may de-identify it by removing details that could be used to identify you.

 

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under privacy laws such as CCPA or similar regulations. These include the ability to request the following information regarding:

  • Categories of personal information collected

  • Reasons for why such personal information was collected

  • Categories of sources regarding the personal information collected

  • Categories of third parties to whom we have disclosed your personal information (ex: legal parties)

  • Categories of personal information disclosed about you regarding any business reasons and info that the business sells or discloses to third parties

  • Receive a copy of your personal information

  • Request for us to delete your personal information (however certain limitations and exceptions may apply)

  • Opt-out of the sale of your personal info (subject to certain limitations / exceptions)

To exercise any of these rights, email us at:
goutam.gupta@universal-fundamentals.com

 

9. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to:

  • improve user experience

  • analyze website traffic

  • maintain session information

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.

 

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date will be displayed at the top of this page.

 

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to your privacy or data protection, you may contact us at:

 

Universal Fundamentals LLC
Email: goutam.gupta@universal-fundamentals.com

Website: www.universal-fundamentals.com