1. Introduction

Welcome to Mel & N Media ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). We are a consulting business headquartered in New Jersey and are committed to protecting the privacy of our clients, website visitors, and business contacts.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website www.melandnmedia.com or engage our consulting services. Please read this policy carefully. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described herein.

 

2. Information We Collect

2a. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name, job title, and company name

• Email address, phone number, and mailing address

• Project details, business needs, and other information shared during consultations

• Payment and billing information (processed securely through third-party providers)

• Communications and correspondence you send to us

 

2b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type

• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs

• Device type and operating system

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 7)

 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, manage, and deliver our consulting services

• To respond to inquiries, proposals, and service requests

• To communicate updates, project status, and relevant business information

• To process payments and maintain billing records

• To improve our website, services, and business operations

• To comply with applicable laws and regulations, including New Jersey state law

• To enforce our contracts and protect our legal rights

 

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

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

• Service Providers: With trusted vendors and contractors who assist in delivering our services (e.g., IT support, accounting, cloud services), subject to confidentiality agreements.

• Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or regulatory authority, including compliance with New Jersey statutes and federal regulations.

• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets, provided the successor entity honors this Privacy Policy.

• With Your Consent: When you have expressly authorized us to share your information with a specific third party.

 

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Client engagement records are typically retained for a minimum of seven (7) years in accordance with standard business and tax record-keeping requirements under New Jersey law.

 

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to take steps to protect your own information when communicating with us online.

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you as required under the New Jersey Identity Theft Prevention Act (N.J.S.A. 56:8-161 et seq.).

 

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather usage analytics. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, doing so may affect the functionality of our website.

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information or engage in behavioral advertising.

 

8. Your Privacy Rights

As a resident of New Jersey or a visitor to our website, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access and review 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 legal retention requirements

• The right to opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 11. We will respond to verifiable requests within a reasonable timeframe.

 

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

 

10. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

 

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of our website or services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

 

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: info@melandnmedia.com