Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy  (“Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information about you when you access or use our website, applications, and related digital systems (collectively, the “Site”).

By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. We may update this Policy from time to time without prior notice, and any changes will be effective upon posting.

Information Collected Automatically

To improve the performance, security, and usability of our Site, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

  • Internet Protocol (IP) address

  • Domain name of your internet service provider

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Date, time, and duration of visits

  • Pages viewed, clicks, and navigation patterns

  • Referring website URLs (when available)

This information is used in aggregate form for analytics, system administration, and security monitoring.

Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personally identifiable information when you:

  • Request information about programs or enrollment

  • Apply for admission or financial aid

  • Use the Net Price Calculator

  • Submit forms, applications, or surveys

  • Schedule spa services or campus visits

  • Communicate with admissions, financial aid, or administrative staff

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, educational background, and other information relevant to enrollment, financial aid eligibility, or services requested.

Use of Information

Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy does not collect personal information for commercial resale and does not sell personal information.

We use collected information for legitimate educational, administrative, and operational purposes, including:

  • Admissions, enrollment, and program administration

  • Financial aid counseling and eligibility support

  • Providing required notices, updates, and communications

  • Responding to inquiries and service requests

  • Improving website functionality and user experience

  • Maintaining system security and integrity

  • Complying with applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation requirements

  • Conducting internal reporting and statistical analysis

Certain uses of information may be governed by additional laws or regulations depending on the nature of the data (e.g., financial aid or education records).

Information Sharing

We may share information only as necessary with:

  • Authorized service providers that support our operations (e.g., website hosting, analytics, secure form processing)

  • Government agencies or regulators when required by law

  • Law enforcement or legal authorities pursuant to subpoenas, court orders, or legal process

All service providers are contractually required to protect the confidentiality and security of information and may not use it for any purpose outside their services to Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy.

Monitoring and Network Use

Makana Academy may monitor traffic and activity on its websites and systems to ensure security, performance, and compliance. This may include access from both Makana-owned and non-Makana devices when institutional systems are used.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy uses cookies to support essential website functions and to understand how visitors use our Site.

  • Session cookies expire when you close your browser

  • Persistent cookies may remain to help analyze usage trends

You may adjust your browser settings to manage cookies, though some Site features may not function properly without them.

Data Security

Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

Security measures include:

  • Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for applicable transmissions

  • Firewalls and access controls

  • Limited access to sensitive systems

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any login credentials and should log out of applications when finished, especially on shared or public devices.

Email and Communications

Email communications may not be fully secure. Users should avoid transmitting sensitive personal or financial information via unsecured email.

Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy will never request passwords through unsolicited communications.

Surveys

Participation in surveys is voluntary. Survey responses are used to improve programs, services, and student experience and are typically reviewed in aggregate form.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy systems. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage users to review their policies.

Intellectual Property and Copyright

All content on the Site is protected by copyright and may include licensed third-party materials. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution is prohibited. Users must obtain permission from the copyright holder before using protected content.

Your Rights & Access to Information

You may request to review, correct, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us at:

Email: info@makanaacademy.edu

Requests will be processed in accordance with applicable laws and institutional policies.

California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request access to or deletion of personal information, subject to legal exceptions. Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy does not sell personal information.

Requests may be submitted via info@makanaacademy.edu.

Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

Last Updated: January 2026