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The Miraculous Medal Network

Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

Introduction

The Miraculous Medal Network (“MMN,” “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 themiraculousmedal.net (the “Site”) and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Submit content contributions: Stories, research articles, creative works, or other materials for publication
  • Contact us: Through our contact form or email communications
  • Express interest in participation: As a Network Node, institutional sponsor, or contributor
  • Subscribe to updates: If we offer newsletter or notification services in the future
  • Provide feedback: Comments, suggestions, or responses to our content

This information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email address, mailing address)
  • Organizational affiliation (if applicable)
  • Biographical information relevant to content contributions
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Information Automatically Collected

When you access our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device information
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referral sources, click patterns
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic

Third-Party Services

Our Site may integrate with third-party services that collect information independently:

  • Analytics Services: We may use web analytics tools to understand site usage and improve our services
  • Hosting Infrastructure: Our Site is hosted on third-party platforms that may collect technical data for security and performance purposes
  • Future Payment Processors: When we implement donation or payment features, payment processors will handle financial transactions according to their own privacy policies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Operational Purposes

  • Maintain and improve the functionality of our Site
  • Process and publish content contributions
  • Respond to inquiries and communications
  • Coordinate with Network Nodes and institutional partners
  • Ensure the security and integrity of our infrastructure

Editorial and Archival Purposes

  • Curate and organize content within the MMN archive
  • Attribute contributions appropriately (with contributor consent)
  • Preserve the historical record of devotion and experiences
  • Facilitate responsible content distribution under our licensing framework

Communication Purposes

  • Send administrative information (updates to terms, policy changes)
  • Respond to your requests and questions
  • Provide information about MMN developments (if you opt in)
  • Coordinate collaborative initiatives with Nodes and contributors

Analytical Purposes

  • Understand how users interact with our Site
  • Identify popular content and areas for improvement
  • Monitor site performance and technical issues
  • Generate aggregated, anonymized statistics about network activity

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., opting into communications)
  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations when you engage with our services
  • Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as site security, fraud prevention, and network improvement, where these interests are not overridden by your rights
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:

Content Publication

  • Contributed Content: When you submit stories, articles, or creative works for publication, the content itself (including author attribution if provided) becomes part of the public MMN archive and may be distributed according to our licensing framework
  • Attribution Preferences: We respect contributor preferences regarding anonymity or pseudonymity where requested

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Website hosting and infrastructure maintenance
  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Email communication services (if implemented)
  • Security and fraud prevention

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specified purposes.

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or regulatory requirements).

Protection of Rights

We may disclose information to protect the rights, property, or safety of MMN, our users, or others, including enforcing our Terms of Service.

Business Transitions

In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Specific Retention Periods

  • Content Contributions: Published content may be retained indefinitely as part of the archival mission of MMN, subject to contributor withdrawal requests
  • Contact Communications: Retained for a reasonable period to address ongoing matters, typically 1-3 years
  • Technical Logs: Automatically collected data is typically retained for 6-12 months for security and analytical purposes
  • Account Information: If we implement user accounts, retained until account deletion or extended inactivity

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

Your Privacy Rights

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

Access and Portability

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and receive a copy in a structured, commonly used format.

Rectification

You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions:

  • Information necessary for archival purposes in the public interest
  • Content already published and distributed under our licensing framework
  • Information we are legally required to retain

Restriction of Processing

You may request that we limit how we use your personal information in certain circumstances.

Objection to Processing

You may object to our processing of your personal information based on legitimate interests.

Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30 days).

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help sites remember information about your visit, making it easier to visit again and making the site more useful to you.

How We Use Cookies

We may use cookies for:

  • Essential Functions: Maintaining session state, security features
  • Analytics: Understanding how visitors use our Site (via third-party analytics services)
  • Preferences: Remembering your settings and choices

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies
  • You can delete cookies already stored on your device
  • Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality

For more information about managing cookies, visit your browser’s help documentation or resources like aboutcookies.org.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16 without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

International Data Transfers

MMN operates globally, and your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your residence, including potentially the United States or other jurisdictions where our infrastructure is located. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection.

Security of Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure hosting infrastructure with encryption
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Staff training on data protection practices

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 absolute security.

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or affiliate partners that are not operated by MMN. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Specifically:

  • Affiliate Partners: When we establish affiliate relationships with medal suppliers, their privacy policies govern transactions on their platforms
  • External Resources: Links to external devotional, educational, or informational sites are subject to those sites’ privacy practices
  • Social Media: If we integrate social media features, those platforms’ privacy policies apply to interactions through their services

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 policy
  • We will notify you of significant changes through a prominent notice on our Site or via email (if you’ve provided contact information)
  • Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

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

  • Through our Contact Form: Visit our Contact page on the Site
  • Email: [Insert MMN contact email when available]
  • Mailing Address: [Insert mailing address when available]

We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible, typically within 30 days.

Additional Resources

For more information about MMN’s principles and operations:

Acknowledgment: By using the Miraculous Medal Network, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.