Privacy Policy

She Means Business

Effective Date: October 8, 2025

She Means Business (“She Means Business,” “SMB,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of women entrepreneurs and community members who interact with our website, events, memberships, and services (collectively, the “Services”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable United States privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the CPRA, and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information you voluntarily provide when you:

Join or purchase a membership
Register for events (virtual or in-person)
Subscribe to newsletters or email updates
Complete contact or inquiry forms
Participate in surveys, promotions, or community initiatives
Communicate with us directly

This information may include:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Billing and payment details (processed securely via third-party providers)
Business name, role, industry, or entrepreneurial interests
Location (city/state)

We collect only what is reasonably necessary to operate our Services and support our community.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited, time spent, and navigation paths
Referring URLs
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This data helps us understand how our Services are used and improve performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for legitimate business purposes, including to:

Provide and manage memberships, events, and community access
Process payments and registrations
Communicate updates, confirmations, and service announcements
Send marketing and promotional communications (with opt-out options)
Improve our website, offerings, and content
Maintain platform security and prevent fraud
Comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations

We do not sell personal information.

3. How We Share Information

We may share information only when necessary and limited to:

Service Providers

Trusted third-party vendors who support our operations, such as:

Payment processors
Email and CRM platforms
Event registration tools
Website hosting providers

These providers are contractually required to safeguard your data and use it only for authorized purposes.

Legal & Compliance

We may disclose information if required to:

Comply with applicable laws or legal processes
Respond to subpoenas or lawful requests
Protect the rights, safety, or property of She Means Business, our members, or others

4. Community & Event Participation

She Means Business is a community-driven platform. Participation in events, networking sessions, or community interactions may involve voluntary sharing of information with other members.

We are not responsible for the information you choose to disclose publicly or privately to other participants.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no digital system is entirely secure. You acknowledge that transmission of information online carries inherent risks.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Enable essential website functionality
Analyze traffic and performance
Improve user experience

You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain site features.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

Provide Services
Fulfill contractual obligations
Comply with legal requirements
Resolve disputes

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention obligations.

8. Your Rights (CCPA / CPRA – California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect and how it is used
Request access to your personal data
Request deletion of your personal information
Correct inaccurate personal information
Opt out of targeted marketing communications
Be free from discrimination for exercising your rights

We do not sell or share personal information as defined under CCPA/CPRA.

9. Your Rights (GDPR – EEA & UK Residents)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you may have the right to:

Access your personal data
Rectify inaccurate information
Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Request data portability

Our legal bases for processing include consent, contractual necessity, and legitimate business interests.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies independently.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are intended for individuals 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If such information is identified, it will be promptly deleted.

12. Policy Updates

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted with an updated Effective Date. Continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact:

She Means Business
📧 Email: brittany@shemeansbusinesstx.com
📍 Location: Houston, Texas, USA