Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 25, 2026

Last Updated: May 25, 2026

Business Name: Visionary Edge Ventures LLC

Owner: Shannon Martel

Website: scale.visionary-edge.com

Contact: hello@shannonmartel.com

Jurisdiction: State of Florida, United States

1. INTRODUCTION

Visionary Edge Ventures LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you:

• Visit our website at scale.visionary-edge.com
• Purchase any of our products, courses, or services
• Enroll in our coaching programs or memberships
• Opt into our email list or lead magnets
• Access our platform, community, or membership areas
• Interact with us via email, social media, or other channels

Please read this policy carefully. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website and services.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect two types of information: information you provide directly and information collected automatically.

2a. Information You Provide Directly

We collect personal information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Create an account or enroll in a course, program, or membership
• Make a purchase — including name, email address, billing address, and payment information
• Opt into a lead magnet or free resource — including name and email address
• Book a strategy call or consultation — including name, email, phone number, and business information you share
• Fill out a form, survey, or application on our website
• Contact us via email or support channels
• Participate in a coaching program or community — including content, responses, and submissions you share

Payment information (credit card numbers, billing details) is processed directly by our third-party payment processors and is never stored on our servers.

2b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically, including:

• Device information — browser type, operating system, device type
• Usage data — pages visited, time spent, links clicked, referring URLs
• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Cookie and tracking data — (see Section 5 for full cookie details)

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process transactions and deliver purchased products, courses, or services
• To fulfill program access and send login credentials or download links
• To send transactional emails — including purchase confirmations, receipts, and onboarding information
• To send marketing communications — including newsletters, promotional offers, and content updates (only with your consent; you may opt out at any time)
• To personalize your experience and tailor content recommendations to your interests
• To manage your account and provide customer support
• To schedule and fulfill coaching sessions, calls, and DFY services
• To improve our website and offerings through analytics and user feedback
• To protect our business and enforce our Terms and Conditions
• To comply with legal obligations as required by applicable law

We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

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

4a. Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our business. These include:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe) — to securely process transactions
• Email marketing platforms — to manage and send email communications
• Course and membership platforms — to host and deliver digital programs
• CRM and automation tools — to manage client relationships and workflows
• Scheduling software — to manage appointments and coaching calls
• Analytics providers — to understand website traffic and performance
• Cloud storage and hosting providers — to store and deliver our content

All service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes of providing services to us and to protect your data appropriately.

4b. Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request, such as a subpoena, court order, or government investigation.

4c. Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our website before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4d. With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have explicitly given us permission to do so.

5. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather usage data.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may limit some functionality of our website. To learn more about managing cookies, visit allaboutcookies.org.

We also use pixel tracking (such as Facebook Pixel and Google Ads) to measure ad performance and retarget visitors. You may opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting optout.aboutads.info.

6. EMAIL MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

When you opt into our email list, purchase a product, or register for a free resource, you may receive marketing emails from us including newsletters, promotions, course updates, and business tips.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any marketing email or by emailing us at hello@shannonmartel.com. Please note that transactional emails (e.g., receipts, program access, password resets) are not subject to opt-out as they are necessary for service delivery.

We comply with the CAN-SPAM Act and all applicable email marketing laws. We will not send you unsolicited communications or share your email address with third parties for their marketing purposes.

7. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
• Maintain your account and access to purchased products
• Comply with legal, tax, and accounting obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it. You may request earlier deletion of your data by contacting us (see Section 10).

8. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

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

U.S. Residents — California (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect, use, and share
• Delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
• Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Non-discrimination — we will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To submit a CCPA request, email us at hello@shannonmartel.com with the subject line "CCPA Privacy Request."

International Users — GDPR (European Economic Area)

If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure ("right to be forgotten") of your personal data
• Restrict the processing of your data in certain circumstances
• Data portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing
• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@shannonmartel.com. We will respond within 30 days.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR): We process your data based on contract performance, legitimate interests, legal obligation, and your explicit consent, as applicable.

9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our website and services are intended for adults aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at hello@shannonmartel.com.

10. DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption on all data transmitted through our website
• Secure, access-controlled storage systems
• Use of PCI-DSS-compliant payment processors
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or platforms. This Privacy Policy applies solely to our website and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify you via email (if you are on our list) or by posting a prominent notice on our website

Your continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. CONTACT US

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 5 business days.