Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [October 2024]

At The Menofest Summit, a division of Mélange 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 The Menofest Summit, a division of Mélange 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 (email address, phone number, mailing address)
  • Demographic details (age, gender, professional title, employer, industry)
  • Payment information (when purchasing event tickets or products)
  • Media submissions (photos, videos, testimonials)
  • Any additional information you choose to provide

b. Information Collected Automatically

We may automatically collect non-personal information through:

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and other tracking technologies 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: We use tools like Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the Site and to 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 The Menofest Summit, a division of Mélange Media Group, LLC experience
  • Process registrations, purchases, and communications
  • Send event updates, marketing communications, and newsletters (you may opt out 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: With trusted vendors that support our operations (e.g., payment processors, event platforms, email marketing services, shipping carriers).
  • Analytics Providers: To help us understand user behavior and improve experiences.
  • Event Partners and Sponsors: If you attend a Menofest event, your basic information may be shared with event sponsors (with your consent).
  • Legal Requirements: To comply with legal processes or respond to lawful requests by public authorities.
  • Business Transfers: If Menofest undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

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: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate information.
  • Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
  • Right to Object/Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal information in a portable format.

You can submit privacy requests by contacting us at [[email protected]].

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 Mélange 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 [Insert State, e.g., California], without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any disputes relating to this Policy will be handled in [Insert Jurisdiction, e.g., 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 Mélange Media Group, LLC
Email: [[email protected]]

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

b. Information Collected Automatically

We may automatically collect non-personal information through:

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and other tracking technologies 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: We use tools like Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the Site and to 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.

We use your information to:

  • Provide, personalize, and improve the The Menofest Summit, a division of Mélange Media Group, LLC experience
  • Process registrations, purchases, and communications
  • Send event updates, marketing communications, and newsletters (you may opt out 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.

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

  • Service Providers: With trusted vendors that support our operations (e.g., payment processors, event platforms, email marketing services, shipping carriers).
  • Analytics Providers: To help us understand user behavior and improve experiences.
  • Event Partners and Sponsors: If you attend a Menofest event, your basic information may be shared with event sponsors (with your consent).
  • Legal Requirements: To comply with legal processes or respond to lawful requests by public authorities.
  • Business Transfers: If Menofest undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

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

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.

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.

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

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate information.
  • Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
  • Right to Object/Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal information in a portable format.

You can submit privacy requests by contacting us at [[email protected]].

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.

The Menofest Summit, a division of Mélange 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.

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.

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

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

The Menofest Summit, a division of Mélange Media Group, LLC
Email: [[email protected]]