Privacy Policy for Primal Path Academy

Last Updated: October 22, 2025

At Primal Path Academy (www.primalpathacademy.org), a 508(c)(1)(a) non-profit operated by Julie Connelly, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or engage with our transformational education services. By using our website, you agree to this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, or payment details when you contact us, register for services (e.g., breathwork or Qigong sessions), or make donations.

  • Donation Information: Financial data provided via PayPal, Venmo, or Stripe for donations or membership contributions. See our Donation Policy for details on how donations, including PMA membership contributions, are allocated.

  • Non-Personal Information: Anonymous data like browser type, device, IP address, and site usage via tools like Google Analytics.

  • Social Media: Data from interactions with our Instagram (Qigong 4 LIFE), subject to their privacy policies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process donations and provide services (e.g., scheduling sessions).

  • Send newsletters or updates (with your consent).

  • Analyze site usage to improve our offerings.

  • Comply with legal obligations or protect our non-profit’s rights.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your data. We may share it:

  • With service providers (e.g., PayPal, Venmo, Stripe, or hosting services) under confidentiality agreements.

  • If required by law (e.g., court orders).

  • To protect Primal Path Academy’s rights or safety.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies to enhance your experience or track site usage. Manage cookies via your browser settings, noting that disabling them may limit functionality.

5. Your Rights

Under laws like GDPR or CCPA, you may:

  • Access, correct, or delete your data.

  • Opt out of marketing emails.

  • Request details on data usage.

Contact us at: primalpathacademy@proton.me to exercise these rights.

6. Data Security

We use encryption and secure servers to protect your data, but no system is fully secure.

7. Third-Party Links

Links to third-party sites (e.g., Instagram, PayPal) are governed by their privacy policies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not for those under 13. We do not knowingly collect children’s data.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy, posting changes here with a new “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

Questions? Reach out:

Thank you for supporting our 508(c)(1)(a) non-profit mission!