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Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 1, 2026 · Effective immediately upon use of the Service.

This Privacy Policy describes how Melrose Heights Magazine & TV collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our website and streaming platform. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in compliance with applicable law.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Melrose Heights Magazine & TV ("MHM&TV", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website, streaming platform, and related services (the "Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable privacy laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate the Service and improve your experience: • Contact information you voluntarily provide (name, email address) when subscribing to our newsletter, submitting inquiries, or applying as a creator. • Device and usage information such as IP address, device type, browser type, and pages visited, collected automatically through cookies and standard log files. • Content submission details when you apply as a content partner or submit materials for review. We do not collect sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, or health information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to: • Operate, maintain, and improve our Service and streaming content. • Respond to your inquiries, comments, and support requests. • Send periodic editorial updates, programming news, and promotional communications (where you have opted in). • Evaluate creator and partner submissions. • Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve our platform. • Comply with applicable legal obligations.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and store certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data that may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent; however, some parts of our Service may not function properly without cookies.

5. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent. We may share information with: • Service providers who perform functions on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery) under contractual obligations of confidentiality. • Third-party streaming platforms (including Roku, Apple TV, and Android TV) as necessary to deliver our content. • Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You may request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at melroseheights@me.com.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to: • Know what personal information we collect and how it is used. • Request deletion of your personal information. • Request that we correct inaccurate personal information. • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at melroseheights@me.com. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us so we can promptly delete such information.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or streaming platforms, including Roku, Apple TV, Google Play, and others. These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: Melrose Heights Magazine & TV Los Angeles, California Email: melroseheights@me.com