Privacy Policy

1. About This Policy and Our Services

Maven Network Consulting Ventures ("MNCV," "we," "us," or "our") operates the research platform at mncv.org. We are building a comprehensive research company that connects people with valuable focus group and survey opportunities.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information in connection with these services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide Directly

During Registration:

• First and last name
• Email address
• Country, state/province, and city of residence
• Date of birth
• Demographic information for research matching

Through Platform Use:

• Communication preferences
• Research interests and qualifications
• Feedback and support requests
• Survey responses and participation data

Information Collected Automatically

Technical Data:

• Device type and operating system
• Browser type and language settings
• IP address (anonymized) and general geographic location
• Website usage patterns via Google Analytics
• Click tracking for quality assurance and partner reporting

3. How We Use Your Information

Core Research Platform Services

• Panel Management: Building and maintaining our research community database
• Opportunity Matching: Connecting you with relevant research studies through our partner network
• Quality Assurance: Tracking participation to ensure legitimate engagement and prevent fraud
• Platform Development: Improving our services and developing new research capabilities

Communication and Engagement

• Research Notifications: Alerting you to new opportunities that match your profile
• Platform Updates: Important information about service changes or improvements
• Support: Responding to your questions and technical issues
• Community Building: Fostering engagement within our research panel

4. Our Research Partner Network

Partnership Model

We work with established research companies to provide immediate opportunities while building our own research capabilities. These partnerships allow us to:

• Offer diverse research opportunities to our panel members
• Learn industry best practices and methodologies
• Generate revenue that funds our platform development
• Build credibility and track record in the research industry

Partner Selection Criteria

We only work with research partners that:

• Are established, legitimate market research companies
• Maintain appropriate data protection standards
• Provide genuine compensation for research participation
• Have transparent privacy practices and consent procedures

5. Your Privacy Rights

How to Exercise Your Rights

Email: privacy@mncv.org (preferred method)

Response Time: We will respond to rights requests within 30 days and provide requested information within 30 days of verification.

6. Data Security and Retention

Security Measures

• Secure server infrastructure with encrypted data transmission
• Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
• Regular security updates and monitoring

Retention Periods

• Active Accounts: While your account remains active and you continue to engage
• Inactive Accounts: May be archived after 3 years of no activity
• Legal Requirements: Data may be retained longer where required by law

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use Google Analytics to understand website usage patterns and improve our platform. You can opt out at Google's opt-out page.

We also use essential cookies for user authentication, security, and platform functionality.

8. Age Requirements

You must be at least 16 years old to use our services (18+ in some jurisdictions, 21+ where required by local law). We may request age verification for certain research opportunities.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated by email and platform notification. Minor updates will be posted on this page with updated effective dates.