Privacy, Terms of Use and Research Policy

AWE-S Assessment and Experience Journal — Last updated: 2026

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1. About This Project

AWE-S Assessment and Experience Journal is a web platform designed to help individuals reflect on and document experiences of awe using the Awe Experience Scale (AWE-S).

The platform allows users to:

• complete the AWE-S questionnaire
• record and reflect on personal experiences of awe
• maintain a private experience journal

This service is operated by Maud Consulting LLC.

2. Privacy and Data Collection

We are committed to protecting your privacy.

The AWE-S platform collects minimal personal information. Users are not required to provide identifying information in order to use the questionnaire or journal features.

Information that may be stored includes:

• questionnaire responses
• journal entries
• optional user-provided information
• technical information required to operate the service

All data is stored securely using encrypted connections and modern cloud infrastructure. We do not sell personal data to third parties.

3. User Control of Personal Information

Users may choose whether or not to provide identifying information.

Users may also choose to:

• share information anonymously for research purposes
• subscribe to newsletters or project updates

Participation in research or newsletters is entirely optional. Users may stop participation at any time.

4. Research Participation

The AWE-S platform may be used by researchers, educators, or institutions studying awe and related experiences. Some users may choose to share their responses anonymously for research purposes.

If research participation is enabled:

• only anonymized data may be used
• no identifying information is required
• participation is voluntary

This platform itself does not conduct clinical research.

5. Not Medical or Psychological Advice

The AWE-S platform is a reflection and journaling tool. It is not intended to provide medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice.

Scores or interpretations generated by the platform should not be considered diagnoses or clinical evaluations. Users should consult qualified professionals for medical or psychological concerns.

6. Terms of Use

By using this platform you agree to:

• use the service for lawful purposes
• not attempt to disrupt or misuse the platform
• respect the intellectual property of the questionnaire and research materials

Maud Consulting LLC reserves the right to modify or discontinue services if necessary.

7. Security

We take the security of user data seriously.

Measures include:

• encrypted HTTPS connections
• secure authentication
• modern cloud security practices

No online service can guarantee absolute security.

8. Contact

For technical issues: info@maudconsulting.com