Privacy Policy for MoniqueSchafer.com

Last Updated: 12/1/2025

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when visiting or interacting with MoniqueSchafer.com (“website,” “we,” “our”).
By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: information you provide directly and information collected automatically through your use of the site.

1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

This includes information submitted through:

  • Contact forms

  • Speaking or consulting request forms

  • Newsletter subscriptions

  • Podcast submissions

  • Partnership and collaboration inquiries

  • General contact inquiries

Common information collected:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Organization name

  • Job title

  • Website or social media links

  • Event details (date, location, audience size, budget)

  • Message details or context

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the site, certain information may be automatically collected, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Referring website

  • General location (not exact address)

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

  • Date and time of visit

This information is used to understand how visitors interact with the website and to improve performance and security.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve site functionality

  • Enhance usability

  • Understand visitor interactions

  • Support analytics tools

Cookies can be disabled through browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

Information collected may be used for:

Responding to Inquiries

To answer questions, coordinate booking requests, manage speaking or consulting inquiries, or explore partnership opportunities.

Providing Services

To manage communication, scheduling, follow-up, or any service-related interactions.

Email Updates

If you subscribe, you may receive newsletters, updates, event announcements, or new podcast episode notifications.
You may unsubscribe at any time.

Improving the Website

To analyze site traffic, enhance performance, and maintain security.

Legal and Security Purposes

To prevent fraud, protect the website, and comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell personal information.

Information may only be shared with trusted third-party service providers who assist with:

  • Email marketing

  • Analytics

  • Scheduling

  • Event coordination

  • Website hosting

  • Security

  • Customer communication

  • Payment processing (if applicable in the future)

These providers are given access only as needed to perform their services.

Information may also be disclosed if required by law or necessary to protect rights, safety, or property.

4. Embedded Content and Third-Party Tools

This website may include embedded content such as:

  • Podcast players

  • Videos

  • Social media posts

  • External links

  • Analytics tools

Embedded content may collect data according to the third party’s policies.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to safeguard personal information, including:

  • Secure hosting

  • Encryption where appropriate

  • Limited access to personal data

  • Monitoring for unauthorized access

  • Regular review of security practices

While we follow industry standards, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Maintain communication

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Maintain booking and event history

You may request deletion of your information at any time.

7. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 16.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
If we discover information provided by a minor, we will delete it.

8. Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

  • Access to your personal data

  • Correction of inaccurate information

  • Request for deletion

  • Restriction of processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To make a request, email privacy@moniqueschafer.com.

9. International Data Transfers

If you access this website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and stored in the United States using secure, regulated processes.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updates will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.