Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

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Marvel Mentorship & Advisory, LLC ("Marvel Mentorship," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of the families, athletes, and visitors who interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through marvelmentorship.com (the "Website"), how we use it, when and with whom we share it, and the choices and rights you have regarding your information.

By using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Website.

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2. Information We Collect

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2.1 Information You Provide to Us

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We collect information you voluntarily submit through the Website, including:

• Contact information such as your name, email address, phone number, and the name of your athlete when you submit a contact form, schedule a consultation, or subscribe to our communications.

• Athlete information you choose to share, such as graduation year, position, school, and recruiting interests, when you inquire about services.

• Communications you send to us, including the content of emails, messages, and any documents you choose to share.

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2.2 Information Collected Automatically

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When you visit the Website, we and our service providers may automatically collect certain information using cookies and similar technologies, including:

• Device and browser information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.

• Usage information such as pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring website, and dates and times of access.

• Analytics data collected through Google Analytics or comparable tools to help us understand how visitors use the Website.

 

2.3 Information We Do Not Collect Through the Website

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We do not request or collect sensitive information such as financial account numbers, Social Security numbers, or medical records through the Website. Personal information necessary to deliver mentorship and advisory services is collected separately through our intake and engagement process, governed by our Master Client Service Agreement.

 

3. How We Use Your Information

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We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries, schedule consultations, and communicate about our services.

• To send newsletters, essays, or other content you have requested, and to send updates about our services.

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Website, including analyzing usage patterns.

• To comply with legal obligations, enforce our Terms of Service, and protect our rights and the rights of others.

• For other purposes disclosed to you at the time the information is collected or with your consent.

 

4. Minors and Privacy

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We take the privacy of minors seriously and apply the following framework to information collected through the Website.

 

4.1 General Access to Website Content

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The Website is freely viewable by visitors of all ages. There is no age restriction on reading Website content, including essays, articles, and educational resources.

 

4.2 Children Under 13

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The Website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through the Website. Children under 13 should not submit any personal information through the Website, including through contact forms, newsletter signups, or scheduling tools. Any inquiry or communication submitted through the Website regarding an athlete under 13 must be made by a parent, legal guardian, or other adult with authority to act on behalf of the athlete. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.

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4.3 Minors Ages 13 to 17

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Minors between the ages of 13 and 17 are welcome to read the content on the Website. However, interactive features that involve submitting personal information — including contact forms, newsletter signups, and scheduling tools — should be used by minors only with the involvement and permission of a parent or legal guardian. Any inquiry submitted through the Website regarding a minor athlete must be initiated or authorized by an adult acting on behalf of the athlete.

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4.4 Information Submitted About Minor Athletes

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When information about a minor athlete is submitted through the Website, we treat that information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. By submitting information about a minor athlete, you represent that you are the athlete's parent, legal guardian, or another adult with authority to provide that information and to consent to its collection and use as described in this Privacy Policy.

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4.5 Scope of This Privacy Policy

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This Privacy Policy governs information collected through the Website only. Information collected by Marvel Mentorship outside of the Website is governed by the applicable agreement, consent, or release provided at the time of collection.

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4.6 Parental Rights

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Parents and legal guardians may, at any time, request to review information we have collected about their minor athlete through the Website, request that it be corrected or deleted, or withdraw consent for its further use. Requests should be sent to the contact address listed at the end of this Privacy Policy.

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5. How We Share Information

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We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in the limited circumstances described below.

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5.1 Service Providers

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We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, email delivery, scheduling, and analytics. These providers are permitted to use information only as needed to provide their services to us.

 

5.2 Legal Requirements

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We may disclose information if required to do so by law, subpoena, or court order, or if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, the safety of others, or to investigate fraud or respond to a government request.

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5.3 Business Transfers

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If Marvel Mentorship is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or similar transaction, information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to standard confidentiality protections.

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5.4 With Your Consent

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We may share information for any other purpose with your consent.

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6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

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The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to operate effectively and to help us understand how visitors use the Website. Cookies are small text files placed on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and remember certain information.

You can configure your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable cookies, some features of the Website may not function properly. We use Google Analytics, which collects information through cookies; you can learn more and opt out at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

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7. Data Retention

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We retain personal information for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, to comply with our legal obligations, to resolve disputes, and to enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize it.

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8. Your Rights and Choices

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Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal information:

• The right to access the personal information we hold about you.

• The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

• The right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

• The right to opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly.

• The right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information at the end of this Privacy Policy. We will respond within a reasonable time and in accordance with applicable law.

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9. Data Security

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We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against loss, theft, misuse, and unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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10. Third-Party Links

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The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including those of recruiting organizations, training facilities, medical providers, and other resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information to them.

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11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy and, where appropriate, provide additional notice (for example, by email or a notice on the Website). Your continued use of the Website after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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12. How to Contact Us

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If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, would like to exercise any of your rights, or have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us at:

 

Marvel Mentorship & Advisory, LLC

Attn: Privacy Inquiries

Raleigh, North Carolina 

Email: james@marvelmentorship.com