Welcome to Menthora Press ("we," "our," or "us"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.menthorapress.com (the "Site"). It also outlines your rights under applicable data protection laws, including GDPR (EU & UK), CCPA (California), and other US privacy laws.

By using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

We may collect and process the following personal data:

A. Information You Provide Directly:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (if provided).

• Account Data: When you sign up for newsletters, free resources, or create an account.

• Payment Information: If you purchase our products, payment details are processed securely by third-party providers (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).

B. Information We Collect Automatically:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, timestamps.

• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: For website functionality, analytics, and personalized ads (see "Cookies Policy").

• Device Information: OS, screen resolution, location (if enabled).

C. Information from Third Parties:

• We may receive data from advertising networks, analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), and social media platforms.

• To provide and improve our services.

• To process orders and transactions.

• To personalize user experience and deliver relevant content.

• To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.

• To send marketing emails, but only if you have explicitly opted in by subscribing to our newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the ‘Unsubscribe’ link in our emails. We use Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) as our email marketing service provider. When you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address and any other provided information will be stored and processed by Brevo. Brevo operates in compliance with GDPR and CCPA regulations, and their Privacy Policy is available at https://www.brevo.com/legal/privacypolicy/

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you subscribe to our newsletter.

• Contract: To fulfill transactions and provide requested services.

• Legitimate Interests: To improve our website and prevent fraud.

• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws.

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Hosting, payment processors, email services.

• Legal Authorities: If required by law.

• Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

Depending on your location, you have rights under GDPR (EU & UK) and CCPA (California), including:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request data removal (subject to legal obligations).
• Opt-out: Object to marketing emails (unsubscribe link in emails).
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another provider.

For California residents under CCPA, we will acknowledge your request within 10 business days and provide a full response within 45 calendar days. If we require an extension, we will notify you within the first 45 days and may extend the response time by an additional 45 days, as permitted under CCPA regulations. To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@menthorapress.com

We use cookies and tracking tools (Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel) to enhance user experience. By continuing to use our Site, you consent to our cookie use. See our Cookies Policy for more details.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve functionality, enhance security, analyze traffic, and personalize content.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.

• Performance & Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior and improve our site.

• Marketing & Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver personalized ads.

• Functional Cookies: Enhance user experience (e.g., remembering preferences).

Cookie Management and Consent Tool

To manage the cookies and similar technologies used (tracking pixels, web beacons, etc.) and related consents, we use the consent tool "Real Cookie Banner." Details on how "Real Cookie Banner" works can be found at https://devowl.io/rcb/data-processing/.

The legal basis for the processing of personal data in this context is Art. 6 (1) (c) GDPR and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest is the management of the cookies and similar technologies used and the related consents.

The provision of personal data is neither contractually required nor necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide the personal data. However, if you do not provide the personal data, we will not be able to manage your consents.

Please note: We are not responsible for the cookie policies or data processing practices of Real Cookie Banner. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies separately.

For more information about our Cookies Policy, please visit https://www.menthorapress.com/cookie-policy/.

If you are located in the EU/UK, your data will be stored and processed on servers located in Romania, ensuring compliance with GDPR regulations.

For users accessing our services from the United States, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in Romania, where our servers are hosted. We take appropriate measures to ensure that your data is protected in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for residents of California.

These measures include:

• Data Encryption: We use encryption protocols to secure data both in transit (SSL/TLS) and at rest.

• Access Controls: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.

• Secure Hosting: Our servers comply with GDPR security standards.

• User Rights Under CCPA: California residents can request access, deletion, or opt-out of data sharing by contacting us at privacy@menthorapress.com

By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your data outside your country and understand that data protection laws in Romania may differ from those in your jurisdiction. If you have concerns about your data, please contact us.

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted with a revised "Effective Date".

If we make significant changes to this Privacy Policy, we will notify users through a notice on our website. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or data practices. Please review their policies before submitting personal information.

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Romania and the European Union (EU). Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Romania. By using our website, you agree to submit to the jurisdiction of these courts.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Menthora Press and its affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website, including but not limited to data breaches, unauthorized access, service interruptions, or any third-party actions.

In the event of a dispute, the parties agree to attempt to resolve the matter amicably. If a resolution cannot be reached, disputes shall be settled through mediation or arbitration in Romania before pursuing legal action in court.

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: privacy@menthorapress.com