Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Welcome to Modern Mahj Michigan. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website at modernmahjmi.com and interact with our content and services.

By using our site, you agree to the practices described here.

Who We Are

Modern Mahj Michigan is a small business based in Michigan offering mahjong lessons, private events, classes, and curated product recommendations for the mahjong community. You can reach us at info@modernmahjmi.com.

What Information We Collect

We collect only what we need to operate the site and serve you. This includes:

Information you give us directly. When you fill out our contact form, ask about an event, or send us an email, we receive whatever you choose to share — typically your name, email address, and the message itself.

Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies to understand how visitors use our site. This is handled by our website host, Squarespace, and may include your IP address, browser type, pages you visit, time spent on pages, and the site that referred you. We use this information in aggregate to improve the site — not to identify you individually.

Information from third-party services. Our site embeds content from services like Instagram and may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) that have their own data practices. We don't control how these third parties collect or use data, but we link to their privacy policies below.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your messages and inquiries
  • Schedule and run events, lessons, and classes you book with us
  • Understand what content visitors find useful so we can improve the site
  • Send occasional updates if you've explicitly opted in (you can unsubscribe anytime)
  • Comply with our legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information to anyone.

Cookies

A cookie is a small piece of data stored in your browser. We use cookies for two purposes:

  • Essential cookies keep the site working — for example, remembering what's in a form you've started filling out.
  • Analytics cookies help us understand traffic patterns. These can include cookies set by Squarespace, Google Analytics, or other analytics services.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Some parts of the site may not work as expected without them.

Affiliate Links and the Amazon Associates Program

Our site includes affiliate links to mahjong products and shops. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. We may also earn small commissions from other affiliate programs when you click through and make a purchase. These commissions don't change the price you pay, and we only recommend products and shops we genuinely like.

You can read more about the Amazon Associates Program at affiliate-program.amazon.com. When you click an affiliate link, you'll be sent to the merchant's website, and their own privacy policy will apply to your activity there.

Third-Party Services We Use

This site uses services from the following companies. Each has its own privacy policy, which we encourage you to read:

We may add or change these services over time. Significant changes will be reflected in updates to this policy.

How We Share Information

We share your information only in limited cases:

  • With service providers who help us run the site (e.g., Squarespace, email tools) — they're contractually required to protect your data and only use it on our behalf.
  • When required by law — such as a valid subpoena or court order.
  • To protect the site — for example, against fraud, security threats, or abuse.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Your Choices and Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to access — ask what information we have about you
  • Right to correct — fix anything that's wrong
  • Right to delete — ask us to remove your information
  • Right to opt out of marketing emails — unsubscribe anytime

To exercise any of these rights, email us at info@modernmahjmi.com and we'll respond within a reasonable time.

For California residents: You have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, and the right not to be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

For visitors in the European Economic Area: You have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please email us at info@modernmahjmi.com so we can delete it promptly.

Data Security

We work with reputable service providers to keep your information secure, but no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we take reasonable precautions, we can't guarantee absolute security.

How Long We Keep Information

We keep information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Inquiry messages are typically retained for up to two years; analytics data is retained according to our analytics provider's defaults.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we'll change the "Last updated" date at the top. Significant changes will be highlighted in a notice on the site for a reasonable period after the update.

Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email us at info@modernmahjmi.com.