Privacy Policy
Thank you for visiting our website (“Site”), Talent Meets Brand, operated under The Beluga Empire LLC ("we," "us," or "the Company"). We are committed to treating your personal information with respect and sensitivity.
We’ve updated our Privacy Policy to improve our privacy practices and better safeguard your data. This Site also uses cookies to personalize your experience and target advertising. By continuing to use our Site, you accept the terms of this Privacy Policy, our Terms of Use, and our Cookies Policy. To learn how to opt out of our use of cookies on this Site, click here, but please note that if you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function properly.
This Privacy Policy (together with our Terms of Use and any other policies referenced) describes how we collect and process personally identifiable information, such as your name, email, address, and other relevant details you provide to us.
If you are a California resident, our privacy practices comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (“CCPA”). We have outlined CCPA-specific information in this Policy. Explanation of your rights under the CCPA can be found [here].
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (“EEA”), this Privacy Policy also includes additional provisions applicable to our collection and processing of your personal information.
As our services evolve, we may amend this Privacy Policy. The effective date of this Privacy Policy is noted at the end of this document. We encourage you to check our Site frequently to review any updates.
By providing your Personal Information to us in any format (e.g., via email, phone, or through our Site) or by using our services, you accept and consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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1. Introduction
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This Privacy Policy describes how Talent Meets Brand (under The Beluga Empire LLC) collects, uses, and shares information about visitors to our website (talentmeetsbrand.com), customers, and users of our services. Our services include the Site and any related programs.
Certain provisions of this Policy apply only to users in specific regions (e.g., the EU or California). Otherwise, this Policy applies to all users of our services, regardless of location.
Children's Privacy: Talent Meets Brand's services are not directed to children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data without parental consent, please contact us as noted in the Contact Us section.
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2. What Personal Information Do We Collect?
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We collect personal information when you visit our Site or use our services, including when you make purchases, request information, or register for programs. You can choose not to provide certain information, but it may affect your ability to use some features of our Site.
Personal Information: This refers to data that identifies an individual, such as name, email, address, phone number, and other contact details.
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Information You Provide:
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Identifiers: Name, email, phone, address.
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Financial Information: Payment details when purchasing products or services.
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Professional Data: Employment or business-related information when engaging with our services.
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Protected Class Data: Gender, sexual orientation, etc., if provided voluntarily.
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Information We Collect Automatically:
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Internet Activity: Browsing history, IP address, device type, pages viewed on our Site, etc.
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Cookies: We use cookies to personalize your experience and improve our services.
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Information from Third-Party Services:
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We may receive additional data from business partners, affiliates, or other third parties we work with.
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3. How We Use Your Personal Information
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Service Delivery: To provide and manage the services you request.
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Marketing: To notify you about products, services, or programs we offer.
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Operational Needs: For troubleshooting, site analytics, and improving our services.
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Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
We may use cookies and other tracking technologies for targeted advertising and personalized content.
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4. Sharing Your Personal Information with Third Parties
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We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with service providers to fulfill transactions, provide support, or for marketing purposes. These third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements to protect your information and can only use it for the purposes specified by us.
Service Providers: We work with partners who provide cloud storage, payment processing, analytics, and other necessary services.
Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be part of the transferred assets.
Legal Obligations: We may share your data to comply with legal requirements or protect our rights and property.
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5. Storage of your Personal Information
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At Talent Meets Brand, we prioritize the security of your personal data. We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. The security protocols we use are in line with the level of risk and the nature of the personal information we collect.
We will retain your personal data for as long as it is necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. This retention period will vary based on the type of interactions you have with us. We may also store records of any correspondence, such as complaints or inquiries, for as long as necessary to protect ourselves from legal claims.
If you ever wish to unsubscribe from our communications, you can do so by following the instructions in any email you receive from us. While we will promptly process your unsubscribe request, please note that you may still receive marketing materials from us for up to 60 days by mail and up to 10 days by email. Additionally, you may continue receiving information from third parties with whom we have previously shared your information.
Once unsubscribed, we will keep a record of your email address to ensure you do not receive further marketing emails.
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6. Access to other Websites
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Our site may include links to other websites that we believe might be of interest to you. However, please note that these external sites are not covered by this privacy policy. We do not take responsibility for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies and terms of use before submitting any personal information.
This privacy policy applies only to the personal information that Talent Meets Brand collects and processes. For third-party sites, please refer to their own policies for details on how they handle personal information.
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7. Protecting Children's Privacy
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Talent Meets Brand is committed to the safety and privacy of children. Our platform is not designed or intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. We encourage parents to talk to their children about online safety and monitor their internet use.
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8. Compliance with the CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
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As a California resident, you have rights regarding the personal information that we collect, use, and share. Below are the rights and processes available to you under the CCPA:
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8.1 RIGHT TO KNOW ABOUT PERSONAL INFORMATION COLLECTED, USED, DISCLOSED, OR SOLD
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You have the right to request information about the personal data Talent Meets Brand has collected, used, or shared. If you wish to exercise this right, please submit a request using the methods listed in the "Contact Us" section.
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8.2 RIGHT TO REQUEST DELETION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
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You have the right to request that we delete your personal data. To make such a request, please follow the procedures outlined in the "Contact Us" section.
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8.3 RIGHT TO NON-DISCRIMINATION
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You will not be discriminated against for exercising any of your rights under the CCPA. This includes ensuring that you are not denied services or offered a lower quality of service due to your exercise of privacy rights.
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8.4 NOTICE OF FINANCIAL INCENTIVE
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Talent Meets Brand offers a financial incentive for referring others to our services. For example, if you refer four people to our platform, you may receive a free ticket to an upcoming event or course. Terms and conditions apply.
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8.5 CCPA DATA REQUESTS
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To submit a request regarding your personal information, please contact us via the email at hello@talentmeetsbrand.com
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8.6 AUTHORIZED AGENT
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You may designate an authorized agent to act on your behalf in submitting CCPA-related requests. To use an agent, you must provide proof of authorization.
9. Compliance with EEA Privacy Laws
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For residents of the European Economic Area (EEA), Talent Meets Brand adheres to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The following outlines your rights under GDPR:
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9.1 DEFINITIONS
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Under GDPR, the terms used to describe data processing may include:
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Controller: The entity (Talent Meets Brand) that determines how and why personal data is processed.
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Processor: Any third-party entity that processes personal data on our behalf.
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Processing: Any action taken with personal data, such as collection, storage, or sharing.
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9.2 LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
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We process your personal information based on:
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Our legitimate business interests.
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The performance of a contract with you.
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Your consent (where applicable).
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Compliance with legal obligations.
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9.3 WHERE WE STORE YOUR DATA
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Your personal data is stored securely within our systems or with trusted service providers, such as cloud hosting services. If you reside in the EEA, your data may be transferred to regions outside of the EEA, including the United States. We ensure that such transfers comply with the appropriate data protection standards.
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9.4 DATA RETENTION
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We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. In some cases, we may need to keep data for longer periods to fulfill legal obligations.
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9.5 YOUR RIGHTS UNDER GDPR
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You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
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The right to access a copy of your data.
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The right to correct any inaccuracies.
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The right to request the deletion of your data.
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The right to limit processing or object to processing for certain purposes, including marketing.
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To exercise any of these rights, please contact us as outlined below.
10. Changes to this Privacy Policy
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Talent Meets Brand reserves the right to update this privacy policy as our business evolves. We will notify you of any significant changes, and you should check this page regularly for updates.
CONTACT US
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If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please reach out to us via email at hello@talentmeetsbrand.com
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CCPA-RELATED REQUESTS: Please submit any CCPA-related requests according to the methods outlined in Section 8.