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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 26, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use the Service, and informs you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

We use your personal data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words with initial capitalization have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

  • You refers to the individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or other legal entity on whose behalf such individual is accessing or using the Service. Under GDPR, You may be referred to as the Data Subject or User.
  • Company (referred to as “the Company,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our” in this Agreement) refers to Method Marketing, 110 Independence Cir #201, Chico, CA 95973. Under GDPR, the Company is the Data Controller.
  • Affiliate means an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party.
  • Account means a unique account created for you to access our Service or parts of our Service.
  • Website refers to Method Marketing, accessible at https://methodmarketing.com/
  • Service refers to the Website.
  • State refers to California, United States.
  • Service Provider means any person or entity that processes data on behalf of the Company (Data Processor under GDPR).
  • Third-party Social Media Service refers to any social network or platform through which you can log in or create an account to use the Service.
  • Facebook Fan Page refers to our public profile, “Method Marketing,” on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/methodmarketingdotcom
  • Personal Data refers to information that identifies an individual.
  • Under GDPR, this includes names, ID numbers, location data, online identifiers, or traits relating to identity.
  • Under CCPA, this includes data that can identify, relate to, describe, or link to a consumer.
  • Cookies are small files placed on your device that track your browsing history and preferences.
  • Device means any technology that can access the Service, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
  • Usage Data refers to data collected automatically, such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited.
  • Data Controller refers to the entity determining purposes and means of processing Personal Data (under GDPR).
  • Do Not Track (DNT) is a browser setting for limiting cross-site tracking.
  • Business (under CCPA) refers to the Company as the collector and processor of consumer information.
  • Consumer (under CCPA) refers to a California resident.
  • Sale (under CCPA) means disclosing personal information to another party for value.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data: Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

We may ask you to provide personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

  • Email address
  • First and last name
  • Phone number
  • Address (state, province, ZIP/postal code, city)

Usage Data

Automatically collected during your interaction with the Service, including:

  • Device IP address, browser type/version
  • Pages visited, time/date of visit, time spent on pages
  • Device identifiers and diagnostic data
  • Mobile usage details (device type, OS, browser, etc.)

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use cookies and similar tools to track activity and store information. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may limit functionality. Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: Enable core functionality like login and fraud prevention.
  • Notice Acceptance Cookies: Remember your cookie preferences.
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember settings like language or login.
  • Performance Cookies (third-party): Track site usage and user behavior to improve performance.
  • More details are available in our full Cookie Policy.

Use of Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

  • Operate and maintain our Service
  • Manage your Account
  • Fulfill purchases and contracts
  • Communicate updates, offers, and service-related notices
  • Respond to your requests
  • Analyze Service usage

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers for analytics and communications
  • Business Transfers during mergers or acquisitions
  • Affiliates under this same policy
  • Business Partners for select promotions
  • Other Users when you interact publicly or via third-party social media platforms

Data Retention

We retain Personal Data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Usage Data is typically kept for shorter periods unless used for security, legal obligations, or functionality improvements.

Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to systems outside your jurisdiction. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in such cases.

Disclosure of Data

In business transfers: Your data may be transferred if the Company is involved in a merger or acquisition.
For legal compliance: We may disclose data when required by law or necessary to protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud.

Data Security

While we use commercially acceptable methods to protect your Personal Data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We strive to use industry-standard security.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our website. You can opt out via the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

Third-Party Services

We may use services such as:

  • Invisible reCAPTCHA by Google for security
  • Facebook Fan Page Insights to access anonymized analytics (see Facebook’s Data Use Policy)

CCPA Rights (for California Residents)

You have the right to:

  • Know what data we collect and how it’s used
  • Access or delete your personal data
  • Opt out of the sale of your data
  • Be free from discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
  • Submit requests via our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” page or contact us directly.

Do Not Track (CalOPPA)

Our Service does not respond to DNT signals. You can set tracking preferences in your browser.

California “Shine the Light” and Minor User Rights

You may request information on how we share data with third parties for marketing (once per year). California minors may request the removal of public content they posted.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.