Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 2026
At The Modern Brandist, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (themodernbrandist.com), submit a contact form, inquire about our services, or otherwise interact with us.
By using our website or engaging with our services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in several ways:
Information You Provide Directly
Contact form submissions: First name, last name, email address, business name (optional), and any message or details you share about your project or inquiry.
Email communications or newsletter sign-ups.
Any documents, images, logos, or content you send us during a project.
Information Collected Automatically When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
Device and usage information (IP address, browser type, operating system).
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (for analytics, site performance, and user experience).
Referral sources and pages visited.
We do not collect sensitive personal data (such as health information, racial or ethnic origin, or precise geolocation) unless you voluntarily provide it in the context of your branding project.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to your inquiries and provide information about our services.
Communicate with you about projects, proposals, timelines, and deliverables.
Deliver our branding, template, and design services.
Improve our website and services.
Send occasional newsletters or updates (only if you have opted in).
Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with:
Trusted third-party service providers who assist us (such as email hosting, website hosting, analytics tools, payment processors, or project management tools). These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Professional advisors (accountants, lawyers) when necessary.
Law enforcement or regulatory authorities if required by law.
When working on your branding or design project, we may share limited information (such as your brand assets or messaging) only as needed to complete the work you’ve requested.
4. Data Retention
We keep your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Inquiry and contact form data is typically retained for up to 2 years (or longer if you become a client). Project-related files are kept for the duration of our working relationship plus a reasonable period afterward.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
Access, correct, or update your personal information.
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal or contractual obligations).
Opt out of marketing communications at any time (unsubscribe link is included in every email).
Object to certain processing of your data.
If you are a Minnesota resident and our data practices meet the thresholds of the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA), you may have additional rights including the right to access, correct, delete, or opt out of the sale/sharing of your personal data. We do not sell personal data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use essential cookies to make our website function properly. We may also use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site and improve the user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. International Users
If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
The Modern Brandist Email: hello@themodernbrandist.com