Make Believe Village LLC ("MBV Studios," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at www.mbvstudios.com (the "Site"). Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us through the Site, subscribe to a newsletter, or otherwise communicate with us, you may voluntarily provide:

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including:

c. Information from Third-Party Services

We use third-party tools that may collect information about your behavior on the Site and across the web. These include:

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Purpose Legal Basis (where applicable)
Respond to inquiries and communicate with you Legitimate interest / contractual necessity
Send newsletters or marketing communications (with your consent) Consent
Analyze Site usage to improve performance and content Legitimate interest
Deliver and measure targeted advertising campaigns Consent
Comply with legal obligations Legal obligation
Detect and prevent fraudulent or harmful activity Legitimate interest

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies — small text files stored on your device — along with similar technologies such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage. These technologies serve the following functions:

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality. To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you may use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. To opt out of Meta ad targeting, visit your Meta Ad Preferences.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

5. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

The Site contains links to third-party websites and embedded content from platforms such as Vimeo and YouTube. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those platforms. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before interacting with their content.

Note on video embeds: Vimeo and YouTube may collect data when you play embedded videos — including your IP address, device information, and viewing behavior — even if you do not have an account with those services.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Contact form submissions and email correspondence are retained for up to three (3) years unless a longer period is required by law. Analytics data is retained per the default settings of the applicable third-party provider (e.g., Google Analytics retains data for 26 months by default).

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

For All Users

For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the information provided in Section 11. We will respond within 45 days of receipt of a verifiable request.

For European Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, data portability, and the right to object to processing. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

8. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Make Believe Village LLC

Atlanta, Georgia

Emailinfo@makebelievevillage.com

Websitewww.mbvstudios.com

Note: This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and reflects our good-faith data practices. It does not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting a qualified attorney to ensure full compliance with all applicable laws for your specific circumstances.