Privacy Policy

1. Overview

The Embodied Knowledge Institute ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly:

• Contact information (name, email) when you reach out to us or subscribe to our newsletter
• Donation information when you make a contribution through our payment processor

Information collected automatically:

• Basic analytics data (page views, traffic sources) to improve our website
• Technical information (browser type, device type) for site functionality

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to your inquiries and communications
• Process donations and send tax receipts
• Send newsletter updates (only if you subscribe)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

• With payment processors (Stripe) to process donations
• With email service providers (Substack) if you subscribe to our newsletter
• When required by law or to protect our rights

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Stripe for payment processing (subject to Stripe's privacy policy)
• Substack for newsletter distribution (subject to Substack's privacy policy)
• Vercel for website hosting

Each service has its own privacy policy governing how they handle your data.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@ekinstitute.org.

8. Cookies

We use minimal cookies and similar technologies for basic site functionality and analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

11. Contact

Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us at:
The Embodied Knowledge Institute
Email: info@ekinstitute.org
Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota