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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 2024We are so happy you found your way to our corner of the internet. Thank you for becoming a part of our online community at Minako Media ("Company," "we," "us," or “our”). As you browse our Website, please know that we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy (“Policy”).

This Policy lays out how we may collect, store, use, and share any information that we gather from you when you access and use our Website [minakomedia.com] (“Website”).

By accessing our Website, you agree to this Policy and express that you have been given reasonable access to review this Policy prior to your continued use of our Website. This Agreement is binding as of the date you access our Website.

Privacy Policy Purpose

We want to be open and transparent in communicating how your data and information may be collected. This is the best way to ensure you are informed when browsing our Website or interacting with our Company on other related platforms.

Our policy applies to:

Information collected through our Website.

Email or newsletter opt-ins, chat, user submissions, and other Website features.

Interactions with any of our advertisements, including those on third-party websites or applications.

Any downloadable products or content provided through this Website.

Our policy does not apply to data collected offline or on websites and platforms outside of our direct control (e.g., third-party partners, affiliates).

If you do not agree with any provisions of this Policy, please refrain from accessing or browsing our Website.

Age Requirements

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age. No one under the age of 16 may access, use, create an account, make purchases, or provide any information on our Website without verified parental consent.

If we discover that we have inadvertently gathered personal information from a child under 16, we will promptly delete it. If you believe we may have collected such information, please contact us at minako@minakomedia.com.

Information We Collect

As you browse and interact with our Website, we may collect the following types of information:

Contact Information: Full name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

Financial Information: Credit/debit card details and payment information (collected through secure third-party payment providers).

Demographic Information: Gender, age, and employment details (if voluntarily shared).

Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, geolocation, and Website usage statistics.

Social Media and User Content: Social media usernames, account handles, and content you voluntarily provide, including photos, videos, or comments.

Other Identifying Information: User authentication details such as passwords (if applicable).

How We Collect Information

We gather your information in the following ways:

Directly from You: When you fill out forms, subscribe to our newsletter, make a purchase, or contact us.

Automatically: As you navigate our Website (using cookies, analytics tools, and tracking technologies).

From Third Parties: Through business partners, payment processors, or social media platforms when you interact with us.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and improve our services, products, and Website functionality.

Respond to inquiries, send updates, and communicate with you about your account.

Send marketing materials, newsletters, or promotional content (with your consent).

Analyze Website performance, track trends, and optimize user experience.

Fulfill purchases, process transactions, and provide customer support.

Protect against fraudulent activity, security risks, and unauthorized access.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:

Recognize you on future visits.

Personalize content and advertisements.

Analyze Website traffic and usage patterns.

You can adjust your cookie preferences in your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain features of our Website.

Sharing Your Information

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

Service Providers: Payment processors, email marketing platforms, analytics providers, or hosting services.

Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations or enforce our rights.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets.

All third-party service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information and use it only for the purposes we outline.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy. Once no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you.

Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.

Request the deletion of your personal data (where legally permissible).

Opt out of receiving marketing communications.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at minako@minakomedia.com.

How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. These measures include:

Secure servers and encryption.

Limited access to your personal information by authorized personnel only.

Regular Website monitoring for vulnerabilities.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal obligations. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will indicate when the latest revisions were made.

Please review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Minako Media Email:  minako@minakomedia.com
Website: minakomedia.com

Thank you for trusting us with your personal information!