Last updated: 1 October 2025
At Breaking Through, we value your privacy and are committed to transparency. This website, https://breakingthrough.world, is operated by Colin Wee and reflects a philosophy of integrity, discipline, and thoughtful engagement—online and off.
📩 What We Collect
We collect limited personal information in two ways:
1. Mailchimp Newsletter Signup on Beyond the Book(s) Page
- First name (optional)
- Email address (required)
Used solely to send occasional updates, blog posts, and announcements related to martial arts, seminars, and Colin Wee’s writing.
2. Google Form on Contact Page
- Name
- Email address
- Message content
This form requires users to sign into their Google account before submitting. Submissions are stored securely within Google Forms and a notification is sent to Colin Wee via email.
🧠 How We Use Your Data
- To respond to inquiries submitted via the Contact form
- To send curated content and updates via Mailchimp
- To understand general engagement trends (e.g., open rates, click-throughs)
- To maintain a respectful, opt-in relationship with our readers
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
🧰 Third-Party Services
This site uses trusted third-party tools to improve performance and visibility:
- Mailchimp (email list management)
- Google Forms (contact form submissions)
- Google Search Console (site indexing and diagnostics)
- Embedded YouTube videos (for educational and promotional content)
These services may collect anonymous usage data such as IP addresses or browser type. Their privacy policies apply independently.
🍪 Cookies and Tracking
We do not use cookies for advertising or behavioral tracking. However, embedded content (like YouTube) and analytics tools may use cookies to function properly.
🧼 Unsubscribing and Data Removal
Every email sent via Mailchimp includes an unsubscribe link. You may opt out at any time.
To request deletion of your contact form submission or mailing list data, please email:
dmarc@breakingthrough.world
Subject line: Privacy Request
🔒 Security and Storage
- Mailchimp data is stored securely via their infrastructure
- Google Form submissions are stored within Google’s secure environment
- We take reasonable precautions to protect all data from unauthorized access or misuse
🌏 International Visitors
This site may be accessed globally. By subscribing or submitting a contact form, you consent to the processing of your data in accordance with applicable laws, including the Australian Privacy Act and GDPR (where relevant).
📚 Learn More
To explore our philosophy, training methodology, and Colin Wee’s writing—including Breaking Through: The Secrets of Bassai Dai Kata—please visit our About and Blog pages.