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Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 8/6/2025
We care about your privacy—and we want you to know exactly how your information is used.
This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, who has access, and how we protect it. It also outlines your rights and choices when it comes to communications, subscriptions, and any services we provide.
This policy applies to all visitors, subscribers, supporters, and users who access or engage with this site, newsletter, podcast, or any services or communications operated by GLP-1 Studio.
GLP-1 Studio manages this platform and its communications in partnership with—but independently from—the GLP-1 Collective nonprofit. We use secure tools (including AI-assisted platforms like ChatGPT) to help us create and manage content efficiently, while keeping your personal information private and protected.
Some features on this platform are powered by third-party services (like Substack, Stripe, PayPal, or podcast hosts), which may collect additional data under their own terms.
By continuing to use this site or subscribe to our updates, you agree to the practices outlined below.
We’re committed to keeping this simple, secure, and respectful. If you have questions or concerns at any point, contact us at media@glp1studio.com.
Privacy Policy – Table of Contents
Who We Are
What Data We Collect
How We Use Your Information
Who Has Access to Your Information
AI Tools & Content Creation Disclosure
Third-Party Services & Payment Processors
Your Rights & Choices
Data Security
Children’s Privacy
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Contact Information
1. Who We Are
This Privacy Policy applies to all content, communications, services, and digital tools operated by GLP-1 Studio.
GLP-1 Studio is a doing business as (DBA) name of GLP-1 Consultant LLC, a privately owned, for-profit company founded and solely operated by Amanda Bonello. While we work in close partnership with the nonprofit GLP-1 Collective, we are a completely separate legal and financial entity. The nonprofit does not control, fund, or manage this platform or its data practices.
GLP-1 Studio is solely responsible for managing this website, newsletter, podcast distribution, email communications, and all related outreach systems. We handle your personal information in connection with this platform and are committed to protecting it through secure, lawful, and transparent practices.
If you have any questions or concerns about how your data is collected, used, or stored, please contact us at: media@glp1studio.com.
2. What Data We Collect
We collect limited personal information when you engage with our content, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our platforms. This may include:
Email address (if you subscribe, donate, or fill out a form)
Name (if voluntarily provided through forms, emails, or public comments)
Public comments or submissions made via Substack, social media, or event participation
Device and usage data, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and time of visit
This data is collected automatically through cookies or similar tracking technologies by Substack or other third-party tools. GLP-1 Studio does not directly control the methods or scope of this passive data collection.
Purchase-related information, such as order confirmation or item type, if you buy merchandise or digital products through linked third-party platforms (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or GoFundMe)
When you donate through GoFundMe or PayPal Giving Fund, your information is collected and processed by those platforms on behalf of the GLP-1 Collective nonprofit. GLP-1 Studio does not receive, process, or retain donor payment information from those transactions.
We do not knowingly collect:
Sensitive personal health or medical information
Financial or payment data directly
If you voluntarily share personal stories or sensitive details (such as health experiences) in a public comment, email, or submission, you do so at your own discretion and risk. While we treat such stories with care, we cannot guarantee confidentiality outside secure channels.
While we collect only limited categories of data, when combined, certain information (like email + IP) may be considered personally identifiable under certain privacy laws.
We may update the types of data we collect as our services grow. Any changes will be reflected in this Privacy Policy.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to operate, improve, and communicate about our work. This includes:
Sending newsletters, podcast updates, and advocacy alerts
Sharing information about GLP-1-related programs, events, and educational content
Responding to messages or questions you send us
Managing your subscription preferences and email delivery
Promoting or informing you about fundraising campaigns or merchandise we believe align with our mission
We may also use anonymized or aggregated data (that cannot identify you personally) to:
Analyze engagement across platforms (e.g., email open rates, content performance)
Improve our content strategy, accessibility, and audience experience
Your information is not used to:
Make automated decisions that affect you
Sell, rent, or share your data with third-party advertisers
Deliver targeted third-party advertising on behalf of other companies
We do not sell your personal information under any circumstances.
Your data is only used in connection with the direct activities of GLP-1 Studio and nonprofit-aligned communications. Email delivery and engagement data may be processed through platforms such as Substack or other newsletter/email tools, governed by their own privacy policies.
We reserve the right to update our uses of data as our services evolve, but we will never repurpose or share your information in ways that contradict this policy without notice and updated consent, where legally required.
We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide the services you request or to meet legal, tax, or accounting requirements. When no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.
4. Who Has Access to Your Information
Your personal information is only accessed by GLP-1 Studio and a limited group of trusted internal contributors or contractors who directly support our operations. This may include assistance with:
Newsletter production and email delivery
Podcast editing, transcription, and publishing
Advocacy campaign management
Creative, technical, or strategic support (e.g., design, analytics, or web maintenance)
All team members and contractors are expected to follow strict confidentiality and data protection practices. Access is granted on a need-to-know basis only and solely to fulfill specific roles in support of our work.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with advertisers, data brokers, or unrelated third parties.
Some information (such as your email address or engagement data) may be visible to third-party platforms we rely on to operate our services. These may include:
Substack – for managing email subscriptions, comment systems, and engagement tracking
Stripe / PayPal – for processing purchases, donations, or transactions through linked stores
GoFundMe / PayPal Giving Fund – if you make a direct donation to the GLP-1 Collective nonprofit
Each of these providers maintains their own privacy policies and may store limited data to perform their services. We select tools based on their security standards and ensure they only receive the minimum necessary data to perform their intended functions.
We may update or change these tools in the future as our services evolve. Any such changes will be reflected in this Privacy Policy.
5. AI Tools & Content Creation Disclosure
GLP-1 Studio uses AI-assisted tools—primarily OpenAI’s ChatGPT—to help research, draft, edit, and manage content for this platform. These tools help us work more efficiently and produce high-quality, accessible information with limited resources.
Here’s how AI may be used:
Drafting and editing written content for newsletters, podcast scripts, disclaimers, web copy, and educational materials
Organizing ideas, improving tone or structure, and generating design or communication drafts
Supporting brainstorming and creative development for campaigns or events
We do not share any personally identifiable information (PII)—such as subscriber names, emails, or private messages—with AI systems. Content is anonymized and generalized before use.
All AI-generated content is:
Used under direct human supervision
Reviewed, fact-checked, and edited by Amanda Bonello before publication
Treated as draft material, not finished work
GLP-1 Studio retains full editorial control and copyright ownership of all final published content, including that which was developed with AI assistance. OpenAI and other AI tools do not store, retain, or own any user-submitted prompts or responses used in our workflow.
While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, AI tools may occasionally generate outdated or incorrect information. If you see an error, feel free to contact us at info@glp1accessllc.com.
We use AI to support—but never replace—human experience, empathy, and advocacy.
6. Third-Party Services & Payment Processors
We rely on trusted third-party platforms to help us operate our content, communications, and fundraising. These services may collect or process limited information about you as part of their standard functionality.
These include (but may not be limited to):
Substack – newsletter distribution, subscriber management, email analytics
Stripe / PayPal – payment processing for merchandise or paid content
GoFundMe & PayPal Giving Fund – donation platforms for campaigns supporting the GLP-1 Collective nonprofit
Podcast hosting platforms – for distribution and analytics of our podcast episodes
Social media and form platforms – including Instagram, TikTok, or Typeform, where data may be voluntarily submitted
These services have their own privacy policies and terms of service. We encourage you to review them directly if you have concerns about how your data is handled when engaging on those platforms.
We do not control how third-party platforms collect or use your data, but we only work with services that meet high industry standards for security and privacy.
7. Your Rights & Choices
You have the right to control how your personal information is used. Here's how we support that:
Unsubscribe
You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of any message. This will remove you from our Substack mailing list and stop all future communication not required for a transaction or service you initiated.
Update or Correct Information
If you believe we have inaccurate or outdated personal information (such as your name or email address), you may contact us at info@glp1access.org to request an update.
Request Deletion
You may request that we delete your information from our internal records. While we will honor such requests to the extent possible, please note that we do not control data stored by third-party services (such as Substack, Stripe, or PayPal). You must contact those services directly for deletion from their platforms.
No Selling or Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties. Your data is only used in connection with GLP-1 Studio communications, services, and nonprofit-aligned operations.
8. Data Security
We take data protection seriously and use industry-standard measures to safeguard your personal information.
Our practices include:
Using secure third-party platforms (e.g., Substack, Stripe, PayPal) that offer encryption, secure payment processing, and access controls
Limiting internal access to your data to only those with a clear operational need
Avoiding the collection of sensitive health, financial, or government ID information directly
Routinely reviewing our digital tools and practices for security compliance
While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no online system can guarantee 100% security. By using this platform, you acknowledge and accept that some risk may remain inherent in digital communications and storage.
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you promptly and in accordance with all applicable laws and privacy regulations.
If you ever have questions or concerns about the security of your data, you can contact us at media@glp1studio.com.
9. Children’s Privacy
This platform is intended for adults age 18 and older.
If you are under 13, please do not use this platform or provide any personal information. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us immediately at media@glp1studio.com, and we will promptly delete the data.
If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete such information in compliance with applicable laws.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, tools, or legal obligations.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date at the top. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed.
By continuing to use this site or engage with our communications after any changes are posted, you agree to the updated Privacy Policy.
If the changes are significant, we may also announce them via newsletter or on the Substack homepage.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is collected, used, or protected, you can contact us at:
Email: media@glp1studio.com
GLP-1 Studio is a DBA of GLP-1 Consultant LLC, a privately owned, for-profit company based in Marion, Iowa. We manage this platform and its communications in accordance with U.S. privacy laws and best practices.
This Privacy Policy works in tandem with our Terms of Service, also available on this platform.