Legal Stuff.

  • PRIVACY POLICY

    Last Updated: April 3, 2026

    1. Introduction

    Message and Muse, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information when you visit messageandmuse.com or interact with our services.

    2. Information We Collect

    We collect the following categories of personal information:

    • Identifiers: Name, email address, and other information you submit through contact or inquiry forms

    • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs

    • Communications: Any messages, inquiries, or content you send us directly

    • Commercial Information: Records of services purchased or inquired about

    We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information as defined under applicable privacy laws.

    3. How We Collect Information

    We collect information:

    • Directly from you when you fill out a form, contact us, or subscribe to our email list

    • Automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies when you browse our site

    • Through third-party analytics and marketing tools (see Section 5)

    4. How We Use Your Information

    We use your information to:

    • Respond to inquiries and provide services

    • Send newsletters or marketing communications (only if you have opted in)

    • Analyze and improve website performance

    • Comply with legal obligations

    • Protect against fraudulent or unlawful activity

    We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

    5. Third-Party Services and Data Processors

    We use the following third-party services that may receive or process your data:

    • Website Hosting and Analytics: Squarespace, Inc. (including Squarespace's built-in site analytics and cookie infrastructure). Review Squarespace's privacy policy at squarespace.com/privacy.

    We do not currently use third-party email marketing platforms, advertising pixels, or payment processors. If this changes, we will update this policy accordingly.

    6. Cookies and Tracking

    We use cookies and similar technologies to improve site functionality and analyze traffic. The types of cookies we use include:

    • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for basic site operation

    • Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with the site (e.g., Google Analytics)

    • Marketing Cookies: Used to track effectiveness of any marketing efforts [remove this line if not applicable]

    By continuing to use this site, you consent to our use of cookies as described above. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly as a result.

    We do not currently respond to browser "Do Not Track" signals, as no uniform standard for doing so has been adopted.

    7. Data Retention

    We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Contact form submissions and email subscriber data are retained until you request deletion or unsubscribe. Analytics data is retained in accordance with Google Analytics' default retention settings.

    8. Your Privacy Rights

    Depending on where you are located, you may have the following rights:

    California Residents (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to:

    • Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose

    • Request deletion of your personal information

    • Correct inaccurate personal information we hold about you

    • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (we do not sell or share your data)

    • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

    To submit a request, email us at hello [at] messageandmuse [dot] com with the subject line "Privacy Request." We will respond within 45 days as required by law.

    EU/UK Residents (GDPR/UK GDPR): You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing of, or port your personal data. You also have the right to object to processing and to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority. To exercise these rights, contact us.

    9. Data Security

    We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you as required by applicable law.

    10. Children's Privacy

    This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

    11. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

    12. Contact Us

    For privacy-related questions or to submit a data rights request, contact us.

  • TERMS & CONDITIONS

    Last Updated: April 3, 2026

    1. Acceptance of Terms

    By accessing or using messageandmuse.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use this website. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

    2. Intellectual Property

    All content on this website — including but not limited to text, blog posts, articles, frameworks, graphics, logos, and branding — is the property of Message and Muse, LLC and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

    You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, display, or create derivative works from any content on this site without our prior written permission.

    Prohibition on AI Training Use: No content on this website — including blog posts, articles, frameworks, copy, or any other original material — may be used, scraped, reproduced, or incorporated into datasets for the purpose of training, fine-tuning, evaluating, or otherwise developing artificial intelligence or machine learning models, without prior written consent from Message and Muse, LLC. This prohibition applies to automated scraping tools, crawlers, and bots, regardless of whether such use is commercial or non-commercial.

    3. User Responsibilities

    You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others. You agree not to:

    • Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the site

    • Transmit any material that is unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable

    • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the site or its related systems

    • Use automated tools to scrape, crawl, or harvest content from this site without permission

    If you submit content through this site (including form submissions or comments), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use that content in connection with operating and improving our services.

    4. Services and Payments

    Services offered through Message and Muse, LLC are subject to separate service agreements, statements of work, or proposal documents, which govern payment terms, deliverables, timelines, and refund policies. In the event of any conflict between these Terms and a signed service agreement, the service agreement controls.

    If any products or services are purchased directly through this website, the terms presented at checkout apply. All sales are final unless otherwise stated in writing.

    5. Disclaimer of Warranties

    This website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

    6. Limitation of Liability

    To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Message and Muse, LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of this website or its content — including but not limited to loss of revenue, loss of data, or business interruption — even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

    Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of this website shall not exceed one hundred dollars ($100).

    7. Indemnification

    You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Message and Muse, LLC and its members, officers, contractors, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of your use of this website, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

    8. Third-Party Links

    This site may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms. Links do not constitute endorsement.

    9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

    These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California.

    Before initiating any formal legal proceeding, you agree to contact us and attempt to resolve the dispute informally. If the matter is not resolved within 30 days, either party may pursue available legal remedies.

    10. Severability

    If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

    11. Entire Agreement

    These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Message and Muse, LLC regarding your use of this website, and supersede any prior agreements on that subject.

    12. Contact Us

  • DISCLAIMER

    Last Updated: April 3, 2026

    1. General Information Only

    The content on messageandmuse.com — including blog posts, articles, frameworks, tools, and any other materials — is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute professional business, legal, financial, or marketing advice, and should not be relied upon as such. No content on this site creates a consultant-client, attorney-client, or any other professional relationship.

    2. No Guarantee of Results

    We share strategies, frameworks, and perspectives based on our experience working with startups and growth-stage companies. We make no representations or guarantees that applying any information from this site will produce specific business outcomes. Results will vary based on individual circumstances, market conditions, and factors outside our control.

    3. AI-Assisted Content

    Some content on this site may be created with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools. While we review and edit all published content for accuracy and quality, AI-generated content may contain errors or omissions. Nothing on this site should be relied upon as a substitute for independent professional judgment.

    4. Affiliate and Sponsored Content

    Some links on this site may be affiliate links, meaning we may receive a commission if you make a purchase through them — at no additional cost to you. Any sponsored content or paid partnerships will be clearly disclosed. Our editorial opinions are our own and are not influenced by affiliate relationships.

    5. External Links

    We may link to third-party websites, tools, or resources for your convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of those sites. Links do not imply endorsement.

    6. Accuracy and Updates

    We make reasonable efforts to ensure the information on this site is accurate and current, but we make no warranties to that effect. The communications, marketing, and AI landscapes change rapidly, and some information may become outdated. You are responsible for verifying any information before acting on it.

    7. Contact Us

    Questions about this Disclaimer? Contact us.