PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: December 15th, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC ("we," "us," "our," or "Dr. Fusek") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, purchase our online courses, or use our services.

By accessing our website or using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our services.

Business Information:

Legal Entity: Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC
Address: 17 Thunder Rock Trail, Galena, IL 61036
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (779) 248-1917

This Privacy Policy should be read in conjunction with our Terms and Conditions, available at https://www.drjoycefusek.org/Terms-&-Conditions.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

Register for an account

Purchase a course or service

Contact us for support

Subscribe to our marketing communications

Participate in course discussions or comment sections

The personal information we collect may include:

Name: First and last name
Email Address: For account creation, communications, and marketing
Phone Number: For support and contact purposes
Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, and transaction history (processed securely through our payment processor)
Course Activity Data: Progress, completion status, quiz results, and engagement metrics
Communications: Messages, questions, and comments you submit through our platform

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you access our website or use our services, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers

Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, click data, navigation paths

Log Data: Access times, referring URLs, and other diagnostic data

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We currently use or plan to use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance. These may include:

Current and Future Technologies:

Cookies: Small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences
Meta Pixel (Facebook Pixel): Analytics and advertising tool that tracks user behavior and enables targeted advertising
Google Analytics: Web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic and user behavior

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

For more information about cookies and how to manage them:

Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Meta Pixel: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery

Process and fulfill course purchases and enrollments

Provide access to course materials and content

Manage your account and preferences

Process payments and maintain transaction records

Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

3.2 Communication

Send transactional emails (order confirmations, receipts, course access information)

Send marketing emails and newsletters about our courses and services

Respond to your questions, comments, and support requests

Notify you of changes to our Terms and Conditions or Privacy Policy

Communicate important updates or announcements

3.3 Improvement and Analytics

Analyze usage patterns and trends to improve our website and courses

Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns

Conduct research and analytics to enhance user experience

Develop new courses, features, and services

Troubleshoot technical issues and optimize performance

3.4 Legal and Security

Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements

Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and security threats

Enforce our Terms and Conditions and other policies

Respond to legal requests and prevent illegal activities

4. THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDERS

We share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business. These providers have access to your personal information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your information.

4.1 Kajabi

We use Kajabi as our course hosting platform and customer relationship management system. Kajabi collects and processes:

Your account information

Course enrollment and progress data

Payment information (in conjunction with Stripe)

Communication and support inquiries

Kajabi Privacy Policy: https://kajabi.com/policies/privacy-policy

Kajabi Terms of Service: https://kajabi.com/policies/terms-of-use

4.2 Stripe

We use Stripe as our payment processor. Stripe securely processes all payment transactions and stores payment information. We do not directly store complete credit card information on our servers.

Stripe collects and processes:

Payment card information

Billing addresses

Transaction history

Fraud prevention data

Stripe Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy

Stripe Terms of Service: https://stripe.com/legal

4.3 Kajabi Payments

Kajabi Payments is integrated with Stripe to facilitate seamless payment processing through the Kajabi platform.

Kajabi Payments Terms: https://kajabi.com/policies/payment-terms

4.4 Buy Now, Pay Later Services

We offer financing options through third-party providers:

Klarna:

Privacy Policy: https://www.klarna.com/us/privacy-policy/

Terms of Service: https://www.klarna.com/us/terms/

Afterpay:

Privacy Policy: https://www.afterpay.com/privacy-policy

Terms of Service: https://www.afterpay.com/terms-of-service

When you use these services, you are subject to their respective privacy policies and terms.

4.5 Analytics and Advertising Providers

We use or plan to use the following services:

Google Analytics: For website analytics and user behavior tracking

Meta Pixel (Facebook Pixel): For advertising and conversion tracking

These services may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies:

Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Meta Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy/

4.6 Email Service Providers

We may use email service providers to send marketing communications, newsletters, and transactional emails. These providers have access to your email address and related communication data.

5. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

5.1 We Do NOT Sell Your Information

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. Your privacy and trust are paramount to us.

5.2 Limited Sharing

We only share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: With third-party vendors who provide essential services (as described in Section 4)

Legal Compliance: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request

Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, safety, or the rights and safety of our users or others

Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets (users will be notified of any change in ownership)

With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

5.3 No Third-Party Marketing

We do not share your personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

6. DATA RETENTION

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

Provide you with access to purchased courses (lifetime access)

Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

Maintain business records

Even after you request deletion, we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, such as:

Transaction records (for tax and accounting purposes)

Records necessary to comply with legal obligations

Information needed to resolve disputes or enforce agreements

7. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

7.1 Access and Update

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you

Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information

Update your account information and preferences

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7.2 Data Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information by emailing [email protected]. Please note:

Deletion requests will be processed within a reasonable timeframe
We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes
Deletion of your account may result in loss of access to purchased courses
We cannot delete information that has been shared with third-party processors (you must contact them directly)

7.3 Marketing Communications

You have the right to opt out of marketing communications at any time by:

Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email

Contacting us at [email protected]

Updating your communication preferences in your account settings

Please note: You cannot opt out of transactional emails related to your purchases or account (e.g., receipts, course access information, important policy updates).

7.4 Cookie Management

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

View and delete cookies

Block all cookies

Block third-party cookies

Receive notifications before cookies are stored

Note that blocking cookies may affect your ability to use certain website features.

7.5 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals because there is no industry standard for how to interpret and respond to such signals.

8. DATA SECURITY

8.1 Security Measures

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of sensitive data in transit (SSL/TLS)
Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant processors
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls and authentication requirements
Employee training on data protection

8.2 No Guarantee

Despite our security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You acknowledge and accept these inherent risks when providing information to us.

8.3 Your Responsibility

You are responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials

Using strong, unique passwords

Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access

Taking reasonable precautions to protect your personal information

9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you are under 18, do not use our website or provide any personal information.

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will promptly delete that information. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

10. COURSE COMMUNITY AND USER CONTENT

10.1 Comments and Questions

Students may leave comments and ask questions within the course portal. When you post content:

Your name (or username) may be visible to other students

Your comments are subject to our community guidelines

We reserve the right to remove any content at our discretion

You should not post sensitive personal information in public areas

10.2 Privacy in Course Discussions

While we implement reasonable security measures, please be aware that:

Other enrolled students may view your comments

You should avoid sharing sensitive personal information in course discussions

We are not responsible for how other users may use information you voluntarily share

11. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Our services are operated from the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, 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 jurisdiction.

By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and its processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy and U.S. law.

12. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other California privacy laws, including:

The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
The right to request deletion of your personal information
The right to opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at [email protected].

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

13.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify, update, or change this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to our website.

13.2 Notification

When we make material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will notify you via email at the address associated with your account. Your continued use of our services after receiving notice constitutes acceptance of the modified Privacy Policy.

13.3 Review Responsibility

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

14. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website or course materials may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through our website and services, not to information collected by third parties.

15. CONTACT US

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

Privacy Contact Information:

Joyce Fusek, Psy.D., LLC

17 Thunder Rock Trail

Galena, IL 61036

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (779) 248-1917

For data access, correction, or deletion requests, please email [email protected] with:

Your full name

Email address associated with your account

Detailed description of your request

Verification of your identity

We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

16. CONSENT

By using our website, purchasing our courses, or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that:

You have read and understood this Privacy Policy in its entirety
You consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described
You understand how your information will be processed by third-party service providers
You acknowledge that we may use cookies and tracking technologies
You understand your privacy rights and how to exercise them

EFFECTIVE DATE: This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date posted and governs our collection and use of your personal information from that date forward.

QUESTIONS? If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected].