Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Makers Media LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at MakerMedia.org (the "Website") or engage with our services.

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our Website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Contact Forms and Inquiries:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Company name and job title
• Project details and requirements
• Budget information and timeline preferences
• Any additional information you choose to provide in your messages

Newsletter Subscriptions:

• Email address
• Name (optional)
• Company information (optional)
• Communication preferences

Meeting Requests:

• Name and contact information
• Preferred meeting times and dates
• Meeting purpose and agenda items
• Calendar integration data (if applicable)

Resource Downloads:

• Name and email address
• Company information
• Industry and role information
• Specific interests and preferences

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Website Usage Data:

• IP address and general location information
• Browser type, version, and language settings
• Operating system and device information
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Referring websites and search terms used to find our Website
• Date and time stamps of visits
• Click-through rates and interaction data

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

• Session cookies for website functionality
• Analytics cookies for performance measurement
• Preference cookies for user experience customization
• Marketing cookies for advertising effectiveness (with consent)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

Social Media Integration:

• Public profile information when you interact with our social media accounts
• Information shared through social media login features (if implemented)

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Business Purposes

Service Delivery and Communication:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide requested information
• Deliver our software development, marketing, and creative services
• Communicate about projects, timelines, and deliverables
• Provide customer support and technical assistance
• Send service-related notifications and updates

3.2 Website Improvement and Analytics

Performance Optimization:

• Analyze website usage patterns and user behavior
• Identify and fix technical issues and bugs
• Optimize page loading speeds and user experience
• Test new features and design improvements
• Measure content effectiveness and engagement

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with service providers who help us operate our business and deliver services to you. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Website and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

6. Data Security and Protection

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete your data.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) regarding their personal information.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: