Effective Date: June 8, 2026
Made Local Magazine (“Made Local,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a publication and media platform operated by Made Local Magazine, a DBA of FMRL LLC, a California limited liability company.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter or podcast, purchase products or services, participate in promotions, or otherwise interact with us online.
By using this website, you consent to the practices described below.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
Information You Voluntarily Provide
- Name
- Email address
- Mailing address
- Phone number
- Payment information (processed through third-party payment providers)
- Information submitted through forms, surveys, contests, or correspondence
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages viewed
- Referral URLs
- Time spent on pages
- General geographic location
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
- Operate and improve our website and services
- Send newsletters, updates, and promotional communications
- Process purchases and subscriptions
- Respond to inquiries
- Analyze website traffic and user engagement
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or provide your email address, we may send editorial content, promotional materials, event announcements, or updates related to Made Local Sonoma and affiliated media projects.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in emails.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze traffic.
We may use third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Meta/Facebook Pixel
- Newsletter and email marketing platforms
- Embedded media providers
These third parties may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
You can generally control cookies through your browser settings.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with:
- Service providers and vendors who help operate our business
- Payment processors
- Email and hosting providers
- Legal authorities when required by law
- Successors in the event of a merger, sale, or transfer of assets
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, advertisers, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information, but no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. Use of the website is at your own risk.
California Privacy Rights
California residents may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), including the right to:
- Request access to personal information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Opt out of certain data uses
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed toward children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
Made Local Magazine
(707) 776-6909
Email: hello@madelocalmagazine.com
Website: madelocalmagazine.com