Overview
This privacy policy outlines how MF Media, LLC, through its affiliated brands and websites—including courses hosted on Thinkific.com—collects, uses, and protects your personal information. This policy applies to course enrollment, usage, and communication related to educational content, including but not limited to PrepareforMedicare.com and its associated course platforms.
1. Information Collection, Use, and Sharing
MF Media, LLC is the sole owner of the information collected through our websites and educational platforms. We only collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as name, email address, or payment information when enrolling in a course or subscribing to updates.
We use your information to:
- Deliver course content and track your learning progress
- Communicate about course updates, offerings, and related educational material
- Provide support, answer inquiries, or fulfill services you've requested
We will never sell or rent your personal information. We may share data only as necessary to:
- Fulfill a transaction (e.g., processing payment via Stripe or PayPal)
- Provide customer service or support
- Comply with legal or regulatory obligations
2. Consent and Communications
By enrolling in a course, submitting a form, or downloading resources, you consent to receive communications from MF Media, LLC or its partners via email, phone, or SMS. These may include:
- Course updates and reminders
- Educational resources
- Service or product announcements
You may opt out at any time via unsubscribe links or by contacting us directly.
SMS disclosures: Message and data rates may apply. You are not required to consent to SMS communication to participate in any course or service.
3. Affiliate and Referral Relationships
MF Media, LLC may promote or link to affiliated third-party services, including:
- Medicare plan support via Brickhouse Agency, LLC
- IRMAA-related consultations via Social Security Advisors
MF Media, LLC may receive a referral fee if you engage with these services. Brickhouse Agency is a licensed insurance agency and may earn a commission if you enroll in a Medicare plan. MF Media, LLC does not sell insurance. You are under no obligation to engage with any third-party referral or affiliate.
4. CMS, FTC, and CAN-SPAM Compliance
All communications and content from MF Media, LLC:
- Are designed to comply with CMS marketing guidelines, FTC disclosure requirements, and the CAN-SPAM Act
- Include appropriate disclosures regarding licensing, commissions, and referral relationships
- Contain a clear unsubscribe option in every email
We do not misrepresent services, impersonate government agencies, or make unsolicited high-pressure contact.
5. Course Platform and Third-Party Services
Our courses are hosted on Thinkific.com, a third-party platform. Thinkific stores your data securely behind a firewall and complies with industry-standard privacy and payment security practices, including PCI-DSS.
Your data may also be subject to Thinkific’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Payment processing is handled securely via third-party processors like Stripe and PayPal.
6. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and web analytics to:
- Improve your site experience
- Track course engagement and traffic
- Support advertising and remarketing through platforms like Google, Facebook, and Instagram
You can opt out of targeted ads via the Digital Advertising Alliance. MF Media LLC does not sell or lease cookie data to third parties.
7. Security
We implement security best practices to protect your data. Any sensitive information (such as payment data) is encrypted via SSL and stored securely. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel.
8. Age of Consent
By using our courses or website, you confirm that you are the age of majority in your state or province.
9. Updates and Changes
We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here. Continued use of our site or courses after updates indicates your acceptance of the new terms.
10. Government and Trademark Disclaimers
PrepareforMedicare.com, MF Media, LLC, and its courses are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the Social Security Administration, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), or any government agency. All opinions are those of MF Media, LLC and its representatives only.
11. Contact Us
For questions or to opt out of communications, contact: [email protected]