Marcus Sheridan (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a brand operated by Marcus Sheridan International. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how it is collected, used, and shared.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through marcussheridan.com, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you may have regarding your information.
For purposes of this Privacy Policy:
- “Site” means marcussheridan.com and any related pages that link to this Privacy Policy.
- “Services” means our website content, keynote speaking inquiries, newsletters, educational resources, and related offerings.
Marcus Sheridan provides keynote speaking, educational content, and resources related to communication, leadership, sales, marketing, and AI.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Site, you agree to the practices described below.
Table of Contents
- Information We Collect
- How We Use Your Information
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- How We Share Your Information
- Third-Party Links
- Data Retention
- Your Rights and Choices
- Email Communications
- Children’s Privacy
- Do Not Track Signals
- Security
- Contact Us
- Changes to This Policy
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Submit a contact form or speaking inquiry
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Request information, resources, or a response from our team
- Otherwise communicate with us through the Site
Depending on the form or interaction, this information may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Company or organization name
- Event details
- Message content
- Any other information you choose to provide
The Site currently invites users to contact Marcus and his team about events and to subscribe to the Known & Trusted newsletter.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we and our service providers may automatically collect certain technical and usage information, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Device type
- Referring pages or links
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- General geographic location derived from IP address
- Clicks, scrolling behavior, and navigation patterns
This information helps us understand how visitors use the Site, improve performance, and maintain security.
1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies, pixels, tags, and similar technologies to support core site functions, understand usage patterns, and improve marketing and user experience.
These technologies may include:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies for site functionality
- Analytics Cookies to understand site traffic and performance
- Marketing Cookies to measure engagement and support remarketing or campaign performance
Where required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. You can usually manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some Site features or functionality.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
- Evaluate and respond to speaking or event requests
- Send newsletters, updates, and marketing communications where you have opted in
- Provide resources or information you request
- Improve the Site’s content, structure, and performance
- Understand how visitors engage with our Site and content
- Protect the security and integrity of the Site
- Comply with applicable legal obligations
- Maintain records of our communications and business operations
We may also use aggregated or de-identified information for analytics, reporting, and business improvement purposes.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use third-party tools and platforms to operate the Site and better understand Site performance. These may include analytics, CRM, email marketing, hosting, and advertising-related tools.
Examples may include platforms such as:
- HubSpot
- Google Analytics
- Email marketing and newsletter delivery tools
- Website hosting and infrastructure providers
If you submit a form, subscribe to the newsletter, or otherwise engage with the Site, data collected through cookies or analytics tools may in some cases be associated with the information you provided.
We do not use cookies or tracking technologies to unlawfully collect sensitive personal information.
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share information with trusted service providers that help us operate the Site and Services, including:
- Hosting providers
- CRM and marketing platforms
- Analytics providers
- Email delivery services
- Technical support vendors
We may also disclose information:
- If required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights or safety
- In connection with a business transaction
We do not sell personal information to third parties.
5. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services, including social media platforms, video platforms, external resources, or partner sites. For example, the Site links to third-party platforms such as LinkedIn and YouTube.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information to them.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
In general:
- Contact or inquiry information may be retained as needed to respond to and manage communications, business development, or follow-up
- Newsletter subscriber information may be retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion, subject to legal or operational recordkeeping needs
- Analytics data may be retained based on the settings and retention controls of the relevant platform or provider
When personal information is no longer reasonably needed, we will delete it, anonymize it, or securely store it until deletion is feasible.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Request information about how your data is used
California residents may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws.
To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.
8. Email Communications
If you opt in to receive emails, we may send you newsletters, updates, and marketing content.
You can unsubscribe at any time by:
- Clicking the unsubscribe link in any email
- Contacting us directly
We may still send non-marketing emails related to inquiries or services.
9. Children’s Privacy
This Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided information, please contact us and we will remove it.
10. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” feature.
There is currently no universal standard for handling these signals, and we do not respond to them at this time.
11. Security
We use reasonable safeguards to protect your information.
However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. You provide information at your own risk.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
Marcus Sheridan
Website: marcussheridan.com
Contact Page: marcussheridan.com/contact
Mailing Address:
PO Box 12136
Wilmington, NC 28405
United States
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site means you accept the updated policy.
