Effective Date: April 9, 2025
At Brand Me Collective, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using our website (brandmecollective.com), you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Brand Me Collective operates as an independent media and branding platform. For data protection purposes, we act as the “data controller” of your personal information.
If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, you can contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: brandmecollective.com
2. What Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal data when you interact with our site:
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Name and contact details (such as your email address)
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Information submitted through contact forms or newsletter sign-ups
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Analytics data (such as your IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior)
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Content submitted by users (such as guest posts or comments)
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as health, bio-metric, or financial information.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Respond to inquiries or contact requests
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Send newsletters and updates (only if you opt in)
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Improve our website content and user experience
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Monitor website usage and traffic
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Manage advertising and sponsored content opportunities
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Fulfill legal obligations when necessary
4. Legal Basis for Processing Data
We process your personal data under the following legal grounds:
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Your consent (e.g., when subscribing to a newsletter)
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The need to perform a contract or fulfill a request
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Our legitimate interests, such as maintaining and improving the website
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Compliance with legal obligations
5. How We Store and Protect Data
We store personal data securely using trusted servers and platforms. We take reasonable precautions to prevent loss, misuse, unauthorized access, or disclosure.
Data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share information with:
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Trusted third-party service providers (such as email platforms or analytics tools)
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Legal authorities if required by law or in the event of a legal obligation
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Partners or collaborators (with your prior consent)
All third-party service providers are GDPR-compliant and bound by confidentiality agreements.
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
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Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
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Correction – Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data
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Deletion – Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
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Restriction – Request limitation of how we use your data
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Objection – Object to processing of your personal data in certain situations
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Portability – Request to transfer your data to another provider
To exercise these rights, email us at [email protected]. We will respond to all requests within 30 days.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser at any time.
For more detailed information on cookies, you may review our Cookie Policy (if applicable).
9. International Data Transfers
As our website may be accessed internationally, your data may be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure any transfers are protected under standard contractual clauses or appropriate safeguards.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law or our practices. The latest version will always be available on brandmecollective.com, with the effective date clearly stated.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or your rights under GDPR, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: brandmecollective.com
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your data is handled with care and respect.