Privacy Policy

A Publication of Luxury Chamber Media Group

1. Introduction

Welcome to SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine, accessible at www.swmaga.com. Our publication covers luxury lifestyle, business, society, entertainment, travel, dining, philanthropy and cultural events throughout Naples, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Marco Island, Cape Coral and the surrounding Southwest Florida region.

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine is published by Luxury Chamber Media Group, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

This Privacy Policy applies to information processed in connection with the magazine's website, digital publications, newsletter subscriptions, advertising inquiries, event communications and related services operated by or on behalf of our publishing organization.

2. Information We Collect

Depending upon how you interact with our publication, we may collect the following categories of information:

• Contact Information: Your name, email address, telephone number, mailing address and other information voluntarily provided through correspondence, subscription forms or business inquiries.
• Subscription Information: Email addresses, subscription preferences, membership or subscriber levels, communication preferences and related account information.
• Advertising Information: Company names, professional contact details, advertising requirements, promotional materials and information supplied for advertising or sponsorship opportunities.
• Editorial Submissions: Press releases, photographs, articles, event information, biographies and other materials submitted for possible editorial publication.
• Event Information: Registration details, attendance information and communication preferences associated with magazine-related functions or promotional activities.
• Technical Information: Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser types, device information, referring websites, page visits, approximate location derived from technical information and other website usage data.

We collect information you voluntarily provide and information automatically generated through ordinary website operations and enabled third-party services.

3. How We Use Information

Information collected through SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine may be used for the following purposes:

• Delivering digital magazine editions and subscription-related services.
• Sending requested newsletters, publication announcements and event notifications.
• Responding to reader correspondence, editorial submissions and inquiries.
• Communicating with advertisers, sponsors, contributors and business partners.
• Administering paid subscriptions, event benefits and transactions.
• Maintaining website functionality, security and performance.
• Understanding readership trends and improving the content and experience offered by our publication.
• Providing information about relevant publications, events and opportunities within Luxury Chamber Media Group, where permitted by applicable law and consistent with communication preferences.
• Complying with applicable laws, regulations and lawful requests.

4. Email Subscriptions and Newsletters

Visitors who subscribe to SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine may receive digital issue announcements, editorial updates, invitations, promotional communications and information about upcoming events and activities.

We use email subscription information to provide requested communications and manage our readership database.

Readers may unsubscribe from promotional email messages by using the unsubscribe instructions included in applicable communications or by contacting our publishing office.

Certain administrative communications, such as transaction confirmations or important subscription notices, may continue when necessary to administer an active service.

5. Text Messages and Event Notifications

Certain subscription and promotional programs may offer event announcements, reminders or invitations by text message.

When you voluntarily enroll in an eligible text-message program, your mobile telephone number may be used to deliver messages associated with that program.

Promotional text messages are subject to applicable consent and communications requirements. You may withdraw consent by following the opt-out instructions in the message, where available, or contacting our office.

Standard messaging and data charges from your mobile carrier may apply.

6. Payments and Paid Subscriptions

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine may offer paid subscriptions, sponsorships, advertising placements, event registrations and other services.

Certain payments are processed through independent payment providers, including PayPal.

Payment processors handle payment information under their respective terms and privacy policies. Our publishing organization may receive transaction confirmations, subscription details and other information necessary to administer purchases or provide customer service.

For additional information about PayPal's privacy practices, please visit www.paypal.com .

7. Cookies, Analytics and Website Technologies

Our website and enabled third-party services may use cookies and similar technologies to support essential functions, understand visitor activity and improve website performance.

Depending upon the services enabled, cookies and related technologies may be used to:

• Remember website preferences.
• Support website functionality.
• Measure website traffic and readership.
• Understand which articles and pages are visited.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of advertising.
• Support relevant advertising experiences.

Third-party services may process technical information under their own privacy policies.

Most web browsers permit users to restrict or delete cookies through browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Advertising and Third-Party Partners

Advertising and sponsorships are important parts of our publishing business. SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine may feature advertisements, sponsored articles, promotional partnerships, event listings and links to independent businesses.

Information may be processed by advertising, analytics, hosting, communications and other service providers when necessary to operate our publishing services.

Depending on the technology used, advertising partners may collect information through cookies or similar tracking tools. Certain advertising practices may constitute the sale or sharing of personal information under applicable privacy laws, even when no direct monetary payment is exchanged.

Readers may contact us regarding available privacy choices and applicable opt-out rights.

Independent advertisers are responsible for their own websites, products, representations and privacy practices.

9. Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: To companies providing website hosting, email distribution, text-message delivery, payment processing, technology support and other operational services.
• Affiliated Publishing Operations: Within Luxury Chamber Media Group when reasonably necessary for shared publishing, administration, communications and related services.
• Requested Services: To event organizers, advertising partners or other parties when necessary to provide a service you request or authorize.
• Legal Obligations: When required by law, legal process or appropriate government authority.
• Business Transactions: In connection with a lawful merger, acquisition, restructuring or transfer of business assets, subject to applicable protections.

We endeavor to limit disclosures to information reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.

10. Editorial Content and Public Submissions

Individuals and organizations may voluntarily submit articles, press releases, photography, professional biographies, event announcements and other editorial materials.

Materials accepted for publication may become publicly accessible through our magazine, website or associated promotional channels. Published content may include names, titles, photographs, business affiliations and other details supplied or authorized for publication.

Please avoid submitting private, confidential or sensitive personal information that you do not wish to be considered for publication.

11. Third-Party Websites and Embedded Content

Our website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, advertisers, event organizers, video services, digital publication viewers and other independent resources.

Some embedded content may permit third-party providers to collect technical information about visitors.

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine does not control the privacy practices of independent websites or services. Visitors should review their respective privacy policies before supplying personal information.

12. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide requested services, maintain subscriptions, manage business relationships, fulfill legal obligations, resolve disputes and maintain appropriate records.

Retention periods depend on the type of information, its purpose, applicable legal requirements and legitimate operational needs.

Information that is no longer reasonably required may be deleted, anonymized or otherwise handled in accordance with applicable law and our recordkeeping practices.

13. Information Security

We recognize the importance of protecting personal information and endeavor to maintain reasonable administrative, technical and organizational safeguards appropriate to the information we process.

However, no website, network transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Visitors should exercise appropriate caution when sharing sensitive information over the internet.

14. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Depending upon your location and applicable privacy laws, you may have rights relating to personal information we hold about you.

These rights may include:

• Requesting access to certain personal information.
• Requesting correction of inaccurate personal information.
• Requesting deletion of eligible personal information.
• Withdrawing consent for promotional communications.
• Opting out of certain advertising-related processing, sales or sharing where applicable law provides such a right.
• Requesting information about applicable privacy practices.

To submit a privacy inquiry or exercise an applicable right, please contact us using the information provided below.

We may request reasonable information to verify identity before processing certain privacy requests. Requests are handled subject to applicable laws, exceptions and verification requirements.

15. Children's Privacy

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine is intended for a general audience and is not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly solicit personal information directly from children under 13 without the consent required by law.

If we become aware that personal information was collected from a child in violation of applicable requirements, we will take appropriate steps to address the situation, including deletion where required.

16. Visitors Outside the United States

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine is operated from the United States.

Visitors accessing our website from other countries should understand that information may be processed in the United States or in other locations where authorized service providers operate.

Privacy laws and protections may vary by jurisdiction. International visitors may contact us regarding rights applicable to their personal information.

17. Updates to This Privacy Policy

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our publishing operations, digital services, technology, legal requirements or privacy practices.

Updated versions will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.

We encourage readers to review this page periodically.

18. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, personal information, communication preferences or privacy requests, please contact:

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Magazine
Published by Luxury Chamber Media Group
1326 East Commercial Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
United States

Telephone:
561-376-0033

Privacy Inquiries:
jshapiro@luxurychamber.com

Magazine Website:
www.swmaga.com

Publisher:
Luxury Chamber Media Group