Last Updated: 06/07/2024

1. Introduction

At Meridian Pulse LLC, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy is designed to help you understand how we handle your information when you use our websites (www.meridianpulse.com and www.theedgereview.org) and services. We believe in being transparent about our practices and ensuring you have full control over your personal information.

We've written this policy in clear, straightforward language to make it easier for you to understand what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have regarding your data. We encourage you to read this policy carefully and reach out to us if you have any questions.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you use our platforms, we collect several types of information to provide and improve our services. This information falls into two main categories: information you provide directly and information we collect automatically.

Information You Provide

Your professional identity is important to us, and we collect information that helps establish and verify it:

• Professional Profile: Your name, title, and contact information help us create your professional profile and ensure your work is properly attributed.
• Academic Background: Information about your education and research experience helps establish your expertise and connect you with relevant opportunities.
• Professional Credentials: Details about your certifications, awards, and achievements help validate your expertise in your field.
• Content Submissions: When you submit articles or papers, we collect the content along with any supplementary materials you provide.

Information We Collect Automatically

To ensure our platform runs smoothly and securely, we automatically collect:

• Technical Information: This includes your IP address, browser type, and device information, which help us optimize your experience and maintain security.
• Usage Data: We track how you interact with our platform to improve our services and make them more user-friendly.

3. How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

We use your information thoughtfully and purposefully to:

• Provide Our Services: We use your information to maintain your account, process your submissions, and deliver our services effectively.
• Improve User Experience: We analyze usage patterns to make our platform more intuitive and useful for our professional community.
• Ensure Security: Your information helps us protect your account and our platform from unauthorized access and abuse.

Communication Purposes

We use your contact information to:

• Send important updates about your submissions and account
• Notify you about relevant professional opportunities
• Provide technical and customer support
• Share platform updates and new features

We always strive to make these communications relevant and valuable to you as a professional.

4. Information Sharing

When We Share Information

We share your information only in specific, limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We work with trusted partners who help us operate our platform, process payments, and analyze usage data.
• Professional Review Process: For article submissions, we share necessary information with relevant reviewers and editors.
• Legal Requirements: We may share information if required by law or to protect our rights and the security of our platform.

What We Don't Do

We want to be clear about how we protect your privacy:

• We never sell your personal information
• We don't share your information for marketing purposes
• We don't disclose more information than necessary to provide our services

5. Data Security

How We Protect Your Information

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

• Technical Protection: We use encryption, secure servers, and regular security updates to protect your data.
• Access Controls: We limit access to personal information to authorized personnel who need it to provide our services.
• Regular Monitoring: We continuously monitor our systems for potential security issues and respond promptly to any concerns.

Data Retention

We keep your information only as long as necessary to:

• Maintain your account and provide our services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve any disputes
• Protect our legal interests

6. Your Rights and Choices

Your Control Over Your Information

You have several important rights regarding your information:

• Access: You can request a copy of all the information we hold about you.
• Correction: You can update or correct any inaccurate information in your profile.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your information when it's no longer needed.
• Objection: You can object to certain uses of your information.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at policy@theedgereview.org. We aim to respond to all privacy-related requests within 30 days.

When contacting us, please be as specific as possible about the information you're requesting or the rights you wish to exercise. This will help us process your request more efficiently.

Note: While we handle all privacy requests through email at this time, we may implement additional methods for privacy management as our platform evolves.

7. Cookies and Tracking

How We Use Cookies We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Understand how visitors interact with our content
• Analyze site traffic patterns and user behavior
• Improve our services based on usage data
• Enable essential website functionality
• Enhance site performance and loading speeds

Your Cookie Choices You have control over cookies through your browser:

• Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies
• You can adjust your browser settings to manage cookie preferences
• You can choose to browse in "private" or "incognito" mode
• You can clear your browser cookies at any time

8. International Users

If you're accessing our platform from outside the United States:

• We process your information in accordance with this policy
• We implement appropriate safeguards for international data transfers
• We comply with relevant international privacy laws

9. Changes to This Policy

How We Update This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes:

• We'll post the updated policy on our website
• We'll notify you through your account or email
• We'll indicate when the changes take effect

10. Contact Us

We're here to help with any privacy questions or concerns:

Email: privacy@theedgereview.org

11. Acknowledgment

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of our platform indicates your agreement to these terms.