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Privacy Policy for International Martial Arts Center

Introduction

This Privacy Policy applies to the website imac-nyc.com, which is owned and operated by the International Martial Arts Center (IMAC). It outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information, as well as the choices you have regarding its use. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Data Collection

We collect both personal and non-personal information, which may include:

  • Personal Information You Provide:

    • Name, email address, phone number, and home address.

    • Payment details such as credit card type, number, expiration date, and security code.

    • Student details including class schedules, clothing sizes, gender identification, special requests, and preferences.

    • Marketing preferences or responses to surveys, contests, and promotional activities.

 

You may choose not to provide certain personal information. However, this may affect your ability to access specific services.

  • Automatically Collected Data:

    • Information like your IP address, browser type, device information, language settings, operating system, browsing history, and usage data.

    • Cookies and tracking technologies.

SMS Consent

By submitting your phone number, you consent to receive text messages and notifications. We do not share SMS opt-in data or phone numbers with third parties for marketing purposes. Message and data rates may apply. Reply “STOP” to unsubscribe at any time.

How We Use Your Data

Your data is used for the following purposes:

  1. Reservations and Service Requests:

    • To process and manage bookings and requests made on our website.

  2. Customer Support:

    • To provide assistance and address inquiries.

  3. Feedback and Reviews:

    • To invite you to leave reviews that may be published on our website.

  4. Marketing:

    • To send newsletters, promotional offers, and other communications that may interest you (with opt-out options available).

  5. General Communication:

    • To contact you regarding account updates, inquiries, or other notifications.

  6. Analytics and Improvements:

    • To analyze user behavior, enhance our services, and improve website functionality.

  7. Security and Fraud Prevention:

    • To detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, unauthorized access, and other security concerns.

  8. Legal Compliance:

    • To comply with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and law enforcement requests.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process your data based on:

  1. Contractual Obligations:

    • For purposes such as managing reservations or fulfilling requests.

  2. Legitimate Interests:

    • To improve our services, conduct marketing, and ensure security.

  3. Legal Compliance:

    • When required to meet legal or regulatory obligations.

  4. Consent:

    • For direct marketing or other activities as required by law. You may withdraw your consent at any time.

Data Sharing

Your personal information may be shared as follows:​

  1. With Service Providers:

    • We may use third-party providers for payment processing, marketing, or other operational needs. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and cannot use your data for other purposes.

  2. With Authorities:

    • Personal data may be disclosed to law enforcement or regulatory bodies as required by law.

  3. International Transfers:

    • Data transfers to countries outside the European Union will comply with applicable legal safeguards, including contractual agreements.

Data Security

We implement robust measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, and misuse. Only authorized personnel with a legitimate need to access your information can do so.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or comply with legal obligations. For specific retention periods, contact us.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and receive a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Request corrections or updates to your personal information.

  • Request deletion or restriction of your data under certain conditions.

  • Object to the processing of your personal data.

  • Withdraw consent for processing activities that rely on your consent.

  • Request data portability to another service provider.

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information provided at the end of this document.

Mobile Data and Opt-In Consent

We respect your privacy regarding mobile data:

  • Your mobile information will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

  • By opting in for SMS, you agree to receive text notifications. To opt out, reply "STOP."

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated to you via email or website notifications. We encourage you to review this policy regularly for updates.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

Email: masterandrewhahn@msn.com
Mailing Address: 98 3rd Ave, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10003, USA

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