Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 10, 2025
Beyond the Masc. is committed to protecting your privacy, honoring your autonomy, and respecting the integrity of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the data you share with us through our website, program registration, communications, Google Meet sessions, and our community Discord server.
By using our services and participating in Beyond the Masc., you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.
1. What Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate the program, support facilitation, and communicate with you effectively. This may include:
Personal Information
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number (if optionally provided)
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Gender identity or pronouns (if optionally shared)
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Payment and billing information (if applicable)
Participation Information
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Program registration details
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Session attendance and engagement (including participation in Google Meet or Discord)
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Survey or feedback responses
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Communication preferences
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Voluntarily shared content in community discussions or prompts
We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly required and with your informed consent.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Register and manage your participation in Beyond the Masc. programs
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Facilitate weekly sessions and thematic discussions via Google Meet
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Support community engagement through our private Discord server
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Send relevant updates, reminders, or resources
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Collect feedback and improve programming
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Process payments or refunds, when applicable
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Ensure the safety and integrity of the space
Your information will never be used for advertising, profiling, or sold to third parties.
3. Use of Google Meet and Discord
Google Meet:
We use Google Meet for live group sessions. These meetings are not recorded unless clearly communicated and agreed upon in advance. Please be aware that your display name, email address, and video/audio participation may be visible to others in the session. Participation is optional and you may choose to attend without camera or audio at any time.
Discord:
We use a private Discord server for asynchronous community discussion, announcements, resource sharing, and ongoing support. Your participation in Discord is voluntary, and you may choose how and where to engage. Your username, messages, and shared content are visible to other members and moderators within the server.
Both Google Meet and Discord are third-party platforms and have their own privacy policies. By participating through these platforms, you also agree to their respective terms of service:
We recommend reviewing these policies for additional context on how your data is handled on those platforms.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any third party for marketing or external research.
We may share information with trusted service providers strictly for the purpose of running the program. These include:
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Google (for email, Docs, Meet, and Forms)
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Discord (for community communication)
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Stripe or PayPal (for payment processing)
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Mailchimp or similar (for email communications)
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Survey tools (e.g., Google Forms or Typeform)
Each of these services is governed by its own privacy policies and may only use your information to support the program’s delivery.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety and rights of the community.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information, including:
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SSL encryption on our website
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Secure email and file storage
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Limited administrative access to participant data
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Use of trusted, secure third-party platforms
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Moderated community spaces with clearly stated safety practices
Please note that no online platform is entirely risk-free. We encourage participants to share only what feels safe and appropriate for them, particularly in group sessions or public Discord channels.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
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Access or update your personal information
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Request deletion of your information (unless legally required to retain it)
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Withdraw consent for participation or communication at any time
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Request information on how your data is used
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at erik@beyondthemasc.com
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above. This generally includes the duration of your participation in the program and a short period afterward for administrative follow-up.
All data no longer needed will be securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use minimal cookies or basic analytics to improve functionality and measure site usage. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising or profiling. You may adjust your browser settings to disable or manage cookies at any time.
9. Third-Party Links
Our materials may include links to external websites, videos, or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy or content practices of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
10. Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. If changes are made, we will notify participants via email or on our website. Continued participation in the program after updates constitutes your agreement to the revised terms.
11. Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please reach out:
Email: erik@beyondthemasc.com
Website: www.beyondthemasc.com
Beyond the Masc. honors your trust. We are committed to keeping your information safe and aligned with our core values of care, consent, and collective liberation.