Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 12, 2026

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us when you create an account, subscribe to our services, or communicate with us. This includes:

  • Name and email address
  • Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
  • Messages you send in community chat
  • Usage data and analytics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process your subscription payments
  • Send you updates about new resources and features
  • Respond to your comments and questions
  • Protect against fraud and abuse

3. AI-Powered Features

Some features use artificial intelligence to provide personalized insights and recommendations:

Professional Identity Assessment

Your responses are analyzed by AI to generate career recommendations, identify key themes, and suggest learning tracks aligned with your interests and values.

Reflection Insights

Your personal reflections can be analyzed by AI to identify growth patterns, celebrate milestones, and provide encouragement about your professional development journey.

When you use these features, your content is securely sent to our AI service provider (Manus Forge API, operated by Butterfly Effect Pte. Ltd.) for processing. Your data is:

  • Used only for your insights - Your data generates your personalized results and is not stored for AI model training purposes
  • Processed securely - All data transmission is encrypted
  • Not sold or shared - We do not sell your data to third parties
  • Under your control - You can opt out of AI features at any time in your account settings

For more information about how Manus handles data, see their Privacy Policy.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

  • Service providers (like Stripe for payment processing and Manus for AI processing)
  • Law enforcement when required by law
  • Other users (only information you choose to share in community chat)

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information
  • Delete your account and data
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Request a copy of your data

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to provide and improve our services, remember your preferences, and analyze site usage.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us through our website.

Disclaimer: The Counselor Pathway provides educational resources and community support for counseling students and professionals. We do not provide clinical services, therapy, or clinical supervision through this platform.