Privacy Policy
Last Updated: August 2026
At Barbara Fordyce & Associates, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you visit bfordyce.com, how that information is used, and the choices available to you.
We do not use website analytics tools to collect, process, or infer information about your health conditions, treatment, or medical history.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
If you choose to contact us through our online contact widget (powered by SimplePractice), you may voluntarily provide:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your phone number
- Any message or information you choose to submit
We use this information solely to respond to your inquiry, communicate with you, and schedule services when requested.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically through website analytics and technical services, including:
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referring websites
- General geographic region
- Website interaction and usage information
- Security and session-related information
This information is used to help us maintain, improve, and secure our website and services.
2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies for essential website functionality, Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, and website improvement.
We use Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity to understand website traffic, identify technical issues, and improve the overall visitor experience.
These technologies may be used for:
- Security and website protection
- Spam prevention
- Session management
- Website traffic analysis
- User experience improvement
- Website performance monitoring
We do not use:
- Behavioral advertising cookies
- Third-party advertising networks
- Remarketing or retargeting advertising
- Social media advertising trackers
You may configure your browser to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used. Some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use information collected through our website to:
- Respond to your inquiry
- Communicate with you
- Schedule appointments
- Provide requested services
- Monitor website performance
- Improve website usability and visitor experience
- Maintain website security
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. How Your Information Is Protected
The contact form on our website is provided by SimplePractice, a HIPAA-compliant platform. Information submitted through the form is encrypted and securely transmitted to their system.
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to help protect information collected through our website from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
5. Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party providers to help operate and improve our website. These providers may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
SimplePractice
Our contact and appointment request form is provided by SimplePractice. Information submitted through this form is securely transmitted and managed by their platform.
Privacy Policy:
SimplePractice Privacy Policy
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics may collect information such as pages viewed, website activity, browser type, device information, and general geographic location. This information helps us improve the performance and usability of our website.
Privacy Policy:
Google
Microsoft Clarity
We use Microsoft Clarity to better understand how visitors interact with our website through features such as session recordings, heatmaps, and usage analytics. These insights help us improve website usability and visitor experience.
Privacy Statement:
Microsoft
6. Your Choices
You may choose not to use the contact form and instead contact us directly:
- Phone: (330) 492-2006
- Email: mail@bfordyce.com
You may also limit certain tracking technologies through your browser settings or privacy controls.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Barbara Fordyce & Associates
4319 Hills and Dales Rd NW
Canton, OH 44708
(330) 492-2006
mail@bfordyce.com