Effective Date: 12/03/2024
Welcome to BrainMavens.com! We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website, including our forum, blog posts, resources, help/support chat, and membership features.
1. Information We Collect:
- Personal Information: When you register as a member, participate in our forum, fill out any forms, purchase a product or service, or use our help/support chat, we may collect information such as your name, email address, and any other information you may provide.
- Usage Data: We Collect information about your interactions with our site, including pages you have visited, links you have clicked on, affiliates you may have clicked on, comments you may have left, and other actions taken- to know which parts of the site are doing best.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track your activity on our website and store certain information.
2. How We Use Your Information:
- To Provide and Improve Our Services: We Use your Information to operate and enhance our site, including personalizing your experience and providing customer support.
- Communication: We may use your contact information to send you updates, newsletters, and other communications related to the site.
- Security: We may use your Information to maintain the security of our site and protect against fraud and abuse.
3. Sharing Your Information:
WE DO NOT SELL, TRADE, OR OTHERWISE TRANSFER YOUR PERSONAL DATA/INFORMATION TO OUTSIDE PARTIES EXCEPT AS DESCRIBED BELOW:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our site and providing our services.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public or government authorities.
4. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and Update Your Information: You can access and Update your personal information through your account settings.
- Data Portability: You have the right to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to transmit that data to another controller.
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communication, updates, and/or newsletters from us, via email, by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications.
- Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances, such as when you contest the accuracy of the data.
- Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent to process your personal information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.
- Delete Your Account: You can request the deletion of your account and personal information by contacting us via email at support@brainmavens.com.
Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe our processing of your personal information infringes applicable laws.
📌 Important Notes:
- We may require you to verify your identity before fulfilling your requests.
- We will respond to your requests within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws.
- Some of these rights may be subject to limitations and exceptions under applicable laws.
5. Data Security:
We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information, however, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We promise to take all preventative and protective security measures when handling your personal data and information, and in the case of a data breach- you will be informed immediately, along with the appropriate personnel, regulatory bodies, insurance providers, and law enforcement. We promise our clients, customers, site members, and guests full transparency, communication, and support in the event of a data breach-.
6. Changes to This Privacy Policy:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time,. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website, and sending the changes to your email (for those of you that have provided- a good email address for site contact).
7. Data Protection Laws and Regulations:
- FTC Act: Keeping Online Practices Fair and Honest: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act protects you from unfair or deceptive practices online. This means we’re committed to being transparent and honest in how we operate. We’ll always provide clear and accurate information about our products, services, and data practices. If we make any claims, we’ll ensure they’re truthful and substantiated. The FTC helps ensure a fair and trustworthy online marketplace for everyone.
- GLBA (Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act): Protecting Your Financial Information: If you share financial details with us, like when making a purchase, the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) ensures your information is protected. We take safeguarding your financial data seriously, using secure measures to keep it confidential. This law requires us to explain our information-sharing practices and provide you with choices about how your information is used.
- CAN-SPAM Act: Respecting Your Email Inbox: We value your time and respect your inbox. The CAN-SPAM Act sets the rules for commercial email, and we follow them carefully. If you subscribe to our emails, you can expect clear subject lines, a valid physical address, and an easy way to unsubscribe at any time. We’re committed to sending you only relevant and helpful content.
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North Carolina’s Commitment to Your Data Security
Here at BrainMavens.com, we’re committed to protecting your personal information. North Carolina has its own data protection laws, including the North Carolina Identity Theft Protection Act, which requires us to maintain reasonable security measures to keep your data safe. This means we’re constantly working to safeguard your information from unauthorized access and ensure your privacy. If, in the unlikely event of a data breach, we’re also required to notify you promptly. We take your trust seriously and adhere to North Carolina’s standards to provide you with a secure online experience.
We also adhere to other state laws and regulations, as our customers are from all over.
- Some key state laws include:
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): This gives California residents specific rights regarding their personal data.
- Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
- Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
- Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
- Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA)
8.Children's Privacy:
Our website and services are intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect, solicit, or maintain any personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information 1 from a child under 18, we will take immediate steps to delete that information. 2 We encourage parents and guardians to monitor their children’s online activity 3 and to contact us immediately if they believe we have collected information from a child under 18. If you are under 18, please do not provide us with any personal information.
9. Contact Us:
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please contact us via support@brainmavens.com or visit our ‘Contact Us’ page. We urge you to communicate any questions or concerns with us!