Effective as of 06/19/2026
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Data
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
First and last name
Email address
Phone number
Business or company name
Professional information related to your interior design practice or business
Profile information submitted for community participation or directory listings
Information submitted through contact forms, membership registrations, event registrations, surveys, newsletters, or applications
This information may be collected when you:
Join the MARU Community
Register for workshops, events, or networking sessions
Submit your business for directory consideration
Subscribe to newsletters and updates
Contact us through our website
1.2 Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information regarding your use of our website, including:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Website activity and page interactions
Referral sources
Log files and analytics data
We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and enhance platform performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
Provide Community Services
To operate and manage the MARU Community, memberships, networking opportunities, directories, workshops, educational resources, and related services.
Communicate With You
To provide updates, newsletters, membership information, event announcements, workshop details, and community-related communications.
Improve Our Platform
To understand member engagement, improve our services, and enhance the overall user experience.
Promote Community Growth
To facilitate professional networking opportunities between interior designers, suppliers, tradespeople, and industry professionals participating in the MARU ecosystem.
Comply With Legal Obligations
To comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
3. Community Membership and Communications
3.1 Consent to Receive Communications
By joining MARU Community, subscribing to our newsletter, registering for events, or submitting your information through our website, you consent to receiving communications related to your membership, events, educational resources, industry updates, and community activities.
3.2 Opt-Out
You may unsubscribe from marketing emails or newsletters at any time using the unsubscribe link provided within those communications or by contacting us directly.
3.3 Access and Correction
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us through our website.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
With trusted third-party providers who assist with website hosting, payment processing, event management, email communications, analytics, and community operations.
Community Features
Information you voluntarily submit for public profiles, directory listings, networking opportunities, or community participation may be visible to other members or visitors according to the features you choose to use.
Legal Requirements
When required by law or necessary to protect our rights, users, community members, or business operations.
Business Transfers
In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of business assets.
Mobile Contact Information:
We do not share mobile contact information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information may be shared with subcontractors in support services, such as customer service. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
5. Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain information for as long as necessary to provide services, maintain memberships, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
7. Children's Privacy
Our platform, events, and services are intended for professionals and individuals over the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed or stored in jurisdictions outside your country of residence where data protection laws may differ.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updated versions will be posted on our website and become effective upon publication.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us through:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (438) 231-8544
Address: 8102a Transcanadienne Hwy, Ville, St- Laurent Quebec H4S 1M5
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