Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [01/04/2026] Last Updated: [04/09/2026]

Introduction

Autism Recovery System (“ARS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of every parent, caregiver, and member who visits or uses this website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how it is used, and your rights regarding that information.

By using autismrecoverysystem.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

Who We Are

Autism Recovery System is a biomedical autism education platform founded by Dr. Kurt N. Woeller, DO, FMAPS. We provide online courses, membership resources, and community support for families navigating biomedical approaches to autism care.

Contact: Autism Recovery System [Business Address] Email: [Help@AutismRecoverySystem.com] Website: autismrecoverysystem.com

What Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: information you provide directly to us, and information collected automatically when you use our site.

Information You Provide

Name and email address — collected when you request our free eBook, sign up for our newsletter, or create an account.
Billing and payment information — collected when you purchase a membership. Payment transactions are processed securely through PayPal. ARS does not store your full credit card or banking details on our servers.
Account information — your username, password, and membership preferences when you register.
Forum and community content — any posts, questions, or responses you submit in our member community forums. This may include personal experiences, health observations about your child, or questions about biomedical approaches. Please exercise discretion in what you share publicly in forums.
Contact form submissions — any messages or questions you send us through the site.

Information Collected Automatically

Usage data — pages visited, time on site, links clicked, and referring URLs.
Device and browser data — IP address, browser type, operating system, and screen resolution.
Cookies and tracking technologies — small files stored on your device that help us understand how the site is used and improve your experience. See our Cookies section below for more detail.

Why We Collect This Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To deliver your membership and course access — your account information is necessary to authenticate your login and provide access to purchased content.
To process payments — billing details are used solely to complete your membership transaction through PayPal.
To send you resources you requested — if you downloaded our free eBook or subscribed to our email list, we use your name and email to deliver that content and follow-up communications related to ARS.
To send membership-related communications — renewal reminders, new course announcements, and member updates.
To improve the site — analytics data helps us understand which resources are most useful and where the site can be improved.
To respond to your inquiries — if you contact us, we use your information to reply.
To maintain community integrity — forum moderation and user management.

We do not use your information for automated decision-making or profiling.

How We Share Your Information

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

PayPal When you purchase a membership, your payment is processed by PayPal. Your billing information is subject to PayPal’s Privacy Policy. ARS only receives confirmation of a completed or failed transaction — not your full financial details.

Email Marketing Provider If you subscribe to our newsletter or download the free eBook, your name and email address are stored with our email marketing provider [e.g., Mailchimp / FluentCRM — insert actual provider]. This provider is contractually bound to use your information only to facilitate communications on our behalf.

Google Analytics We use Google Analytics to understand site traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics collects anonymized data including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and session duration. This data is aggregated and does not identify you personally. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Legal Requirements We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of ARS, our members, or the public.

Business Transfers In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email or a prominent notice on the site if this occurs.

A Note on Sensitive Health Information

ARS is an education and community platform — we are not a medical provider and do not create formal health records. However, members sometimes share sensitive information in forum posts or messages, including details about their child’s diagnosis, treatments, or health history.

We strongly encourage members to:

Avoid sharing full names, dates of birth, or identifying medical record numbers in public forums.
Use first names or initials when discussing your child.
Understand that forum posts, while visible only to registered members, are not encrypted private communications.

Any health-related information you voluntarily share in the community is your own disclosure. ARS does not mine, analyze, or sell this information, but we cannot guarantee the absolute confidentiality of information posted in member forums.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyze traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your browser. We use:

Essential cookies — required for login sessions, membership authentication, and site functionality. These cannot be disabled without affecting your ability to use the site.
Analytics cookies — used by Google Analytics to track anonymized usage patterns. These can be disabled via browser settings or the Google opt-out tool linked above.
Preference cookies — remember your settings and preferences between visits.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to log in or access member content.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Specifically:

Account data is retained while your membership is active and for up to 2 years after account closure, unless you request deletion.
Email marketing data is retained until you unsubscribe.
Analytics data is retained per Google Analytics’ standard data retention settings (26 months by default).
Forum posts remain on the platform after account closure unless you request removal prior to closing your account.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction — request correction of inaccurate information.
Deletion — request that we delete your personal data, subject to our legal obligations and legitimate business needs.
Unsubscribe — opt out of marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email we send.
Data portability — request your data in a portable format where technically feasible.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at [Help@AutismRecoverySystem.com]. We will respond within 30 days.

California Residents (CCPA) If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal data is collected, the right to opt out of sale (we do not sell data), and the right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.

EEA/UK Residents (GDPR) If you are located in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, our legal basis for processing your data is: (a) contract performance (membership delivery), (b) consent (email marketing, cookies), and (c) legitimate interests (site analytics, fraud prevention). You may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Children’s Privacy

ARS content is directed at parents and caregivers of children with autism — not at children themselves. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 13. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information to our site, please contact us immediately at [Help@AutismRecoverySystem.com] and we will promptly delete it.

Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external resources, laboratory testing services, or affiliated organizations (such as Mosaic Diagnostics or Integrative Medicine Academy). This Privacy Policy applies only to autismrecoverysystem.com. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. These include SSL encryption on all pages, secure password hashing, and access controls on member data.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system is completely secure. While we work hard to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you have reason to believe your account has been compromised, contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, our practices, or site features. When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. For significant changes, we will notify active members by email. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please reach out:

Autism Recovery System Email: [Help@AutismRecoverySystem.com] Website: autismrecoverysystem.com