Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 10, 2025
Last Updated: September 10, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pace Yourself.  This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, purchase our digital courses, and use our educational services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our website and services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you register for courses or interact with our platform, we collect:

Account Information:

• Full name
• Email address
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile information you choose to add

Payment Information:

• Billing name and address
• Payment method details (processed securely through Stripe and PayPal – we do not store your complete credit card information)

Course-Related Information:

• Course enrollment and progress data
• Certificates and completion records
• Communications with instructors and support team

Automatically Collected Information

When you use our platform, we automatically collect:

• IP address and general location
• Device and browser information
• Course viewing activity and progress
• Website navigation patterns
• Performance and usage analytics through Google Analytics
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information specifically to:

Core Course Services:

• Process course purchases and enrollments
• Provide access to digital course content
• Deliver course updates and educational materials

Customer Support:

• Respond to your questions and technical issues
• Provide assistance with course access and navigation
• Process refund requests when applicable

Business Operations:

• Send transactional emails (purchase confirmations, receipts, course access)
• Prevent fraud and ensure payment security
• Comply with legal and tax obligations
• Improve our course platform and user experience through analytics

Optional Communications:

• Send you information about new courses (you can opt out anytime)
• Share educational newsletters and updates (with your consent)

4. How We Share Your Information

Payment Processors

We share necessary payment information with:

• Stripe: For credit card processing and subscription management
• PayPal: For PayPal payment processing Both processors have their own privacy policies and security measures.

Analytics and Tools

We use Google services that may access your data:

• Google Analytics: To understand website usage and improve user experience
• Google Workspace: For customer support communications and business operations

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Respond to court orders or government requests
• Protect our rights, property, and safety
• Investigate potential violations of our Terms of Service
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be transferred as part of that business transaction.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• SSL encryption for all data transmission
• Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant providers
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

However, no online platform can guarantee 100% security. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your login credentials confidential.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for different periods based on its purpose:

• Account data: As long as your account remains active
• Course progress: Permanently, to provide ongoing access to certificates and records
• Payment records: 7 years for tax and legal compliance
• Support communications: 3 years for quality assurance
• Analytics data: As determined by Google Analytics retention settings

7. Your Rights and Choices

Account Management

• Access and update your profile information anytime
• Download your course certificates and progress records
• Request account deletion (note: this will remove access to purchased courses)

Communication Preferences

• Opt out of promotional emails using unsubscribe links
• Manage notification settings in your account dashboard
• Contact us to update your communication preferences

Cookie Controls

You can manage cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect platform functionality.

Data Rights

You have the right to:

• Request information about what personal data we hold
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Object to certain uses of your information

8. Third-Party Services

Our platform integrates with several third-party services:

Payment Processing:

• Stripe (privacy policy: https://stripe.com/privacy)
• PayPal (privacy policy: https://www.paypal.com/privacy)

Analytics and Performance:

• Google Analytics (privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy)
• Google Workspace for business operations

These services have their own privacy policies and may collect additional information.

9. International Users

Our business is located in New York, United States. If you access our platform from outside the US, your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our educational platform is designed for adult learners. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

• Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how we use it
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information to third parties
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

• Post the updated policy on our website
• Update the “Last Updated” date
• Notify you by email of material changes
• For significant changes, we may require your consent to continue using our services

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your data, or our privacy practices:

Email: angela@angelastockman.com
Business Address: 94 McKinley Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14217
Phone: 716-418-3730

For privacy-specific inquiries, please include “Privacy Policy” in your email subject line.

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This privacy policy was last updated on September 10, 2025. We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing you with excellent digital learning experiences.