Privacy Policy

his Privacy Policy describes how Edward Mermelstein (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information that you provide when visiting edward-mermelstein.com (the “Site”).

By using this Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

We collect information to improve your experience and to communicate effectively about our work and services.

Information you provide directly:

• Contact information (name, email address, phone number, organization) submitted via forms or email.

• Any other information you choose to share in messages, inquiries, or event registrations.

• Information collected automatically:

• IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited (via analytics tools such as Google Analytics or Wix Analytics).

• Cookies and similar technologies to enhance navigation and performance.

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age.

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2. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

• Respond to your inquiries or requests.

• Provide updates, newsletters, or invitations (only if you opt in).

• Analyze Site traffic and improve design, performance, and accessibility.

• Comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.

• We do not sell or rent your personal information.

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3. Sharing of Information

We may share information only with:

• Service providers (such as Wix, analytics, or email providers) who support Site functionality under confidentiality agreements.

• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

• Third-party links (e.g., media features or partner organizations) are governed by their own privacy policies.
   

4. Data Storage & Security

• Our Site is hosted on Wix .com, which provides the online platform and data storage.

• Wix stores your data on secure servers behind a firewall and implements encryption (HTTPS / SSL).

• While we use industry-standard measures to protect your data, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
   

5. Cookies

Cookies help us analyze web traffic and improve your user experience.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Disabling cookies may limit certain features of the Site.

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6. Your Rights

• Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.

• Withdraw consent for communications.

• Request a copy of your data or object to processing.

• To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert email address].
   

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above or as required by law.
 

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

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9. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to privacy, please contact:

Edward Mermelstein
Email: MermelsteinEdward@icloud.com