Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Lifestone Institute ("DTI," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services, including our certification programs and educational offerings.

By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

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

• Submit an application for certification
• Register for our programs or services
• Contact us with inquiries
• Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
• Submit testimonials or feedback

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, company name, professional credentials, years of experience, and other information relevant to your certification application.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

• IP address and device identifiers
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Operating system information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Program Administration: To process certification applications, manage enrollments, and deliver educational content
• Communication: To respond to inquiries, send program updates, and provide customer support
• Marketing: To send promotional materials about our programs and services (you may opt out at any time)
• Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our website functionality and user experience
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, hosting providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our website.

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

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: The right to request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: The right to request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: The right to opt out of marketing communications
• Data Portability: The right to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format

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

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links

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

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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