Privacy Policy

Last updated: 5/23/2025

This Privacy Policy describes the policies and procedures of Mindel, LLC ("Company", "we", "our", or "us") regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information on the Mindel platform (the "Service"), including the website available at https://www.rentmindel.com and any mobile application provided by us.

We use your Personal Data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Interpretation and Definitions

1.1 Interpretation Capitalized words have meanings defined in the next section. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural.

1.2 Definitions

  • Account: A unique account created for you to access our Service.

  • Application: The software provided by us, named Mindel.

  • Company: Mindel, LLC, 217 W 18th St #93, New York, NY 10011, USA.

  • Country: United States (specifically New York).

  • Data Controller: Mindel, LLC

  • Device: Any device that can access the Service.

  • Personal Data: Information relating to an identified or identifiable person.

  • Service: The Mindel application and website.

  • Service Provider: Any third party that processes data on our behalf.

  • Usage Data: Data collected automatically, such as IP addresses, browser types, and time spent on pages.

  • Website: https://www.rentmindel.com

  • You: The individual using the Service.

2. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy:

  • Email: hello@rentmindel.com

3. Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

3.1 Types of Data Collected

  • Personal Data: Includes your name, email, phone number, address, payment info, and account credentials.

  • Usage Data: Includes device info, IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

  • Third-Party Data: Data from Google, Facebook, or other platforms if you use them to log in.

  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics and functionality.

  • User-Generated Content: Includes images, videos, and other content you submit, which may be publicly displayed or used to enhance the Service.

  • Identity Verification Information: We may collect government-issued identification (e.g., driver’s license, passport) or other identification to verify user identity.

Our services are intended for users 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect information from users under 18. [NEW ADDITION]

3.2 Use of Your Personal Data We use your data to:

  • Provide and maintain the Service

  • Manage accounts

  • Process payments via Stripe

  • Communicate with you

  • Offer marketing (optional opt-out). You may opt out by clicking the 'unsubscribe' link in any marketing email we send, or by contacting us directly.

  • Improve the Service

  • Conduct identity verification and prevent fraud.

3.3 Retention Your data is retained as long as necessary for legal and business purposes.

3.4 Transfer of Data Your data may be transferred to and maintained on servers outside your state or country. We ensure adequate data protection is in place.

  • If data is transferred internationally, we take appropriate safeguards to ensure your privacy rights are protected.

3.5 Deletion You may request deletion of your data by contacting us.

3.6 Disclosure We may disclose your information:

  • For business transfers

  • To comply with laws

  • To protect rights or safety

  • To third-party vendors for business purposes (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing, delivery) under strict confidentiality agreements.

3.7 Security We use reasonable safeguards, but no method is 100% secure.

4. Service Providers

We may share your information with:

  • Stripe for payment processing

  • Google Analytics for website analytics (if used)

  • Squarespace for website hosting and management

  • Other service providers involved in delivering and improving the Service.

5. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

7. CCPA and California Privacy Rights

California residents may:

  • Request data disclosure

  • Opt-out of data sales

  • Request deletion

  • Exercise privacy rights without discrimination

8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. You must be at least 18 years old to use our Service. If you are a parent or guardian and believe a child has provided us data, please contact us to have the information removed.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We will notify you of changes by posting the new version here and updating the "Last updated" date. Please check back periodically for updates.