PRIVACY POLICY

Maven Mane ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Maven Mane mobile application, website, and free professional community platform (collectively, the "Service"). Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with its terms, please do not access the Service.

01 · Information We Collect

What We Collect and How

Information you provide directly:

First and last name

Email address

Phone number

Professional role (e.g. stylist, salon owner, wig specialist)

Any content you post, share, or submit within the community

Communications you send to us directly

Information collected automatically when you use the Service:

Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers

IP address and approximate location data

App usage data, pages viewed, and features accessed

Date and time of your visits

Crash reports and performance data

Information from third parties:

If you connect through a third-party login (such as Apple Sign-In or Google), we receive basic profile information permitted by that platform

Payment processors, if applicable, may share transaction confirmation data — we do not store full payment details

02 · How We Use Your Information

Why We Need Your Data

We use the information we collect to:

Create and manage your account and community membership

Deliver access to the free community and free course content

Send you service-related communications, including your welcome email and app access instructions

Send marketing and promotional communications — you may opt out at any time

Respond to your questions, requests, and support needs

Improve, personalize, and expand our Service

Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve user experience

Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or violations of our Terms of Service

Comply with legal obligations

Maven Mane will never sell your personal information to third parties. Your data is used solely to operate and improve the Service and to communicate with you about Maven Mane programs and offerings.

03 · Text Message Communications

SMS and Text Messaging

By providing your phone number and consenting during registration, you agree to receive text messages from Maven Mane, including:

Non-marketing messages related to your account, app access, and community activity

Marketing and promotional messages about Maven Mane programs, courses, and offerings, if you have opted in

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text HELP for assistance. Reply STOP at any time to opt out of text messages. Opting out of SMS will not affect your community or app access.

04 · Sharing Your Information

Who We Share Data With

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

Service providers:Third-party vendors who help us operate the Service (such as email platforms, CRM software, app hosting, and analytics providers). These parties are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only to perform services on our behalf.

Business transfers:If Maven Mane is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

Legal requirements:We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (such as a court order or government agency).

Protection of rights:We may disclose information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Maven Mane, our members, or others.

05 · Data Retention

How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you the Service. If you request deletion of your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes.

Content you have posted in the community may remain visible to other members after your account is deleted unless you delete it prior to closing your account.

06 · Your Rights and Choices

Control Over Your Information

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access:Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

Correction:Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information

Deletion:Request that we delete your personal information

Opt-out of marketing:Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us directly

Opt-out of SMS:Reply STOP to any text message from us

Data portability:Request a portable copy of your data in a commonly used format

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

07 · Cookies and Tracking

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand where our visitors come from. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, some features of the Service may not function properly without cookies.

We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, as there is no industry standard for how to handle them.

08 · Children's Privacy

Under 18

The Maven Mane Service is intended exclusively for licensed hair professionals and adults aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information immediately.

If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected].

09 · Security

How We Protect Your Data

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS), access controls, and regular security reviews.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

10 · Third-Party Links and Services

Links to Other Sites

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by Maven Mane. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.

11 · Apple App Store

Additional Terms for iOS Users

The Maven Mane app is available through the Apple App Store. Your use of the app is also subject to Apple's terms and conditions. Maven Mane, not Apple, is solely responsible for the app and its content. Apple has no obligation to provide maintenance or support for the app. In the event of any failure of the app to conform to any applicable warranty, you may notify Apple and Apple will refund your purchase price — but since the Maven Mane app is free, this does not apply.

12 · Changes to This Policy

Policy Updates

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email or through a notice within the app. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

13 · Contact Us

Questions or Concerns

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or your rights, please contact us:

We take privacy inquiries seriously and will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.