Privacy policy

Last updated: February 1, 2026

Who we are

Venture to Bloom LLC ("VTB," "we," "us," or "our") operates the website venturetobloom.com and related services. Our principal place of business is located in Lanham, Maryland.

This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, book our services, or communicate with us.

Information we collect

Information you provide directly

When you book a content session, sign up for our email list, or contact us, we collect:

  • Contact information: Name, email address, phone number, business name

  • Payment information: Billing address and payment details (processed securely through Stripe. We do not store complete credit card numbers)

  • Business information: Your industry, role, content needs, and preferences

  • Communication records: Messages you send us via email, SMS, social media, or contact forms

  • Session preferences: Wardrobe choices, shooting locations, content goals, and special requests

Information collected automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • Device information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers

  • Usage data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral sources

  • Cookies and tracking technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience (see "Cookies" section below)

Information from third parties

We may receive information about you from:

  • Social media platforms: When you interact with our content on Instagram, Facebook, or other platforms

  • Payment processors: Transaction confirmations from Stripe

  • Marketing platforms: Engagement data from our email and SMS platforms

  • Event platforms: Registration information from event platforms

How we use your information

We use your information to:

Provide our services:

  • Process bookings and payments

  • Schedule and coordinate content sessions

  • Communicate session details, prep materials, and logistics

  • Deliver your final content via secure file transfer

  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

Improve our business:

  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior

  • Understand client needs and preferences

  • Develop new services and offerings

  • Conduct market research and gather feedback

Marketing and communications:

  • Send promotional emails about our services, events, and special offers

  • Send SMS messages about bookings, reminders, and time-sensitive offers

  • Share client success stories and testimonials (with permission)

  • Personalize your experience with relevant content recommendations

Legal and security purposes:

  • Comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests

  • Protect against fraud, unauthorized transactions, and other legal claims

  • Enforce our terms of service and other agreements

  • Maintain the security and integrity of our systems

How we share your information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

Service providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our business, including:

  • Payment processing sites like Stripe

  • Email marketing platforms like MailerLite

  • SMS marketing platforms like SimpleTexting

  • Website hosting like Squarespace

  • Google for forms, analytics, cloud storage

  • Workflow automation platforms like Zapier

  • Event management like Luma

Business partners: When we collaborate with venues, co-working spaces, or brokerages to host content days, we may share necessary contact information to coordinate logistics.

Legal requirements: We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or government request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Business transfers: If VTB is acquired, merged, or undergoes a business transition, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

With your consent: We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit permission.

Your rights and choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and correction: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask us to correct inaccuracies.

Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

Opt-out of marketing:

  • Email: Click the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email or email us at hi [@] venturetobloom.com

  • SMS: Reply "STOP" to any text message or contact us to opt out

  • Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies

Data portability: You can request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

Restriction of processing: You can ask us to limit how we use your information in certain circumstances.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hi [@] venturetobloom.com. We will respond within 30 days.

Cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings

  • Understand how you use our website

  • Improve website performance and functionality

  • Deliver personalized content and advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

Data security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission

  • Secure third-party payment processing through Stripe (PCI-DSS compliant)

  • Password-protected systems and access controls

  • Regular security assessments and updates

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services and maintain your account

  • Comply with legal obligations (typically 7 years for financial records)

  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

  • Achieve the purposes outlined in this policy

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

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 we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.

Third-party links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

California privacy rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know: Request information about the personal information we collect, use, and share

  • Right to delete: Request deletion of your personal information

  • Right to opt-out: Opt out of the "sale" of your personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)

  • Right to non-discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at hi [@] venturetobloom.com

International users

VTB operates in the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or through a prominent notice on our website before the changes take effect. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Venture to Bloom LLC
 Email: hi [@] venturetobloom.com

We take privacy concerns seriously and will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

Consent

By using our website and services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this privacy policy.