Mingle Eat Talk Ventures – Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 16, 2024

 

At Mingle Eat Talk Ventures (“M.E.T. Ventures”, “we”, “our”, “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, engage with our services, or participate in our events.
By using our website (www.mingleeattalk.com), becoming a member of our community, or attending any of our events, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Please read this document carefully to understand how we process your personal data.

 

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from you:

1.1 Personal Information
Personal information refers to data that can be used to identify you individually. This includes:
– Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
– Profile Information: Gender, date of birth, job title, employer, professional background, and interests.
– Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, and other payment information related to event tickets, membership fees, and other services.

1.2 Non-Personal Information
Non-personal information refers to data that cannot directly identify you. This includes:
– Usage Data: Information about how you access and use the Website, such as IP address, browser type, device information, location data, and pages visited.
– Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track your activity on our Website. These technologies allow us to improve your experience and analyze trends. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may impact your ability to use certain features on the Website.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide and Improve Our Services
– To facilitate your membership, event registration, and other community activities.
– To send you notifications about your membership status, event updates, and engagement opportunities.
– To respond to your inquiries, customer support requests, and feedback.

2.2 To Personalize Your Experience
– To tailor content, events, and recommendations to your preferences and interests.
– To send you personalized communications regarding upcoming events, networking opportunities, or community activities.

2.3 For Communication and Marketing
– To send you newsletters, promotional offers, and other marketing materials about M.E.T. Ventures’ services. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in any email or by contacting us directly.
– To conduct surveys or questionnaires to improve our services.

2.4 For Legal Compliance and Safety
– To comply with legal obligations, such as tax reporting or regulatory requirements.
– To investigate potential violations of our Terms and Conditions or community guidelines.
– To protect the rights, property, or safety of M.E.T. Ventures, its users, or third parties.

 

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

3.1 With Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with various business operations, such as event management, payment processing, marketing, and website analytics. These providers are obligated to protect your data and are only permitted to use your information for the specific purposes we specify.

3.2 With Members of Our Community
Your profile information may be shared with other members of the M.E.T. Ventures community to facilitate networking and engagement, including through the Website’s social features. This may include your name, job title, professional background, and engagement history.

3.3 For Legal Purposes
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request by public authorities, such as a court or government agency.

 

4. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement a variety of technical and organizational measures to protect your data. These measures include:
– Encryption: Your personal data is encrypted during transmission using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology.
– Access Controls: Access to your personal data is restricted to authorized personnel who require it for business purposes.
– Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in our systems.

However, please be aware that no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee the security of your data.

 

5. Retention of Your Data

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you wish to delete your account or request that we no longer use your information, please contact us at the details provided below.

 

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to correct any inaccuracies. You may also request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

6.2 Deletion of Data
You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions (such as record-keeping requirements). Please note that deleting your data may impact your ability to use certain features on the Website.

6.3 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications
You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by clicking the unsubscribe link in any promotional email or by contacting us directly.

6.4 Withdraw Consent
If we rely on your consent to process your data, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

6.5 Data Portability
You have the right to request that we transfer your personal data to another organization, where feasible.

 

7. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. These third-party websites are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

 

8. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing the Website from outside the country where M.E.T. Ventures is based, please note that your personal data may be transferred to and processed in the country where we operate. By using the Website, you consent to such data transfers, which may not have the same data protection laws as your country of residence.

 

9. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 18, we will delete it as soon as possible.

 

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

M.E.T. Ventures reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated version will be effective immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

 

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Mingle Eat Talk Ventures
Email: support@mingleeattalk.com