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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 2024

At The Menofest Summit, a division of Melange Media Group, LLC ("Menofest," "we," "our," or "us"), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, register for our events, or engage with us online or offline.

By accessing or using The Menofest Summit, a division of Melange Media Group, LLC site or services (the "Site"), you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information from and about you in a few ways:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

When you interact with us by registering for Menofest, subscribing to updates, making purchases, participating in surveys, submitting content, or joining our community, we may collect:

Name
Contact information, including email address, phone number, and mailing address
Demographic details, including age, gender, professional title, employer, and industry
Payment information when purchasing event tickets or products
Media submissions, including photos, videos, and testimonials
Any additional information you choose to provide

b. Information Collected Automatically

We may automatically collect non-personal information through:

Cookies and tracking technologies, including cookies, web beacons, pixels, and other tracking technologies used to improve functionality, personalize your experience, and analyze website traffic
Device and usage information, including IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, referring URLs, and pages viewed
Analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the Site and improve our services

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

c. Information from Third Parties

If you access Menofest via a third-party platform or link, such as social media sites, those platforms may share certain information with us subject to their own privacy policies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide, personalize, and improve The Menofest Summit, a division of Melange Media Group, LLC experience
Process registrations, purchases, and communications
Send event updates, marketing communications, and newsletters that you may opt out of at any time
Respond to inquiries and provide support
Analyze website usage and trends to enhance functionality
Administer contests, promotions, surveys, and community activities
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies

We only use your personal information for the purposes for which we collected it, unless reasonably necessary for another compatible purpose.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information as follows:

Service providers that support our operations, such as payment processors, event platforms, email marketing services, and shipping carriers
Analytics providers that help us understand user behavior and improve experiences
Event partners and sponsors if you attend a Menofest event and consent to sharing basic information
Legal requirements, including legal processes or lawful requests by public authorities
Business transfers if Menofest undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

If you post information publicly, such as in community forums, social media, or event activities, that information may be visible to others.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, or as required by law.

5. International Users

Menofest is based in the United States, and your information will be stored and processed in the U.S. If you are accessing our Site from outside the U.S., you understand that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. or other jurisdictions.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), or other regions with data protection laws, you may have additional rights described below.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws, including:

Right to access a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Right to correction of inaccurate information
Right to deletion of your personal information
Right to object to or restrict processing
Right to data portability

You can submit privacy requests by contacting us at programming@themenofestsummit.com.

California Residents: If you reside in California, you also have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please see our California Privacy Notice for additional information.

7. Children's Privacy

The Menofest Summit, a division of Melange Media Group, LLC is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

9. Governing Law

This Policy is governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any disputes relating to this Policy will be handled in the courts of Los Angeles County, California.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

The Menofest Summit, a division of Melange Media Group, LLC
Email: hello@themenofestsummit.com

11. Photography & Video

By attending The MenoFest Summit, you acknowledge and agree that photography, audio, and video recording may occur. These materials may be used by Melange Media Group, LLC and The Menofest Summit for promotional, marketing, educational, or archival purposes across print, digital, and social media platforms.