Privacy

Effective Date: August 9, 2026 Last Updated: August 9, 2026

Annapurna Influence LLC ("Master in Finance," "we," "us," or "our") operates master-in-finance.com, an independent educational resource providing information, rankings, and guides about finance degree programs. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit or use the Site and any related products or services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not access the Services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

The Services are free and do not require an account. We may still collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

Contact information: name and email address, if you contact us, subscribe to a newsletter, or submit a form
Communications: information you share when you contact us, ask a question, or request a correction to site content

We do not collect payment information, as the Services are free and do not involve purchases.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Site, we may automatically collect:

Device and usage data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, time spent, and clickstream data
Cookies and tracking technologies: see Section 4 below
Log data: server logs including access times and error data

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
Advertising or affiliate partners, if applicable to the Site
Social media platforms, if you interact with us through those channels

1.4 AI-Assisted Content Creation

We use artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to help research, draft, and refine editorial content on the Site, such as program guides and rankings. This use of AI relates to how we produce our own content — it does not involve processing your personal information through AI tools, except that if you contact us or submit a correction, we may use AI-assisted tools internally to help review or respond to your message.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, operate, and maintain the Services
Respond to inquiries, comments, and content correction requests
Send administrative information or updates, such as newsletter content (where you've opted in, and with an opt-out option)
Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve the Services
Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
Protect the rights, property, and safety of Master in Finance, our users, and others
Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

Service providers: with vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery)
Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets
Legal compliance: to comply with applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request
Protection of rights: to protect the rights, property, or safety of Master in Finance, our users, or the public
With your consent: for any other purpose disclosed to you with your consent

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information about your use of the Site. This may include:

Essential cookies: necessary for the Site to function
Analytics cookies: help us understand how visitors interact with the Site (e.g., Google Analytics)
Advertising cookies: used to deliver relevant advertising, if applicable to the Site

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 For All Users

Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Object to or restrict certain processing
Withdraw consent, where processing is based on consent

6.2 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
Request deletion of your personal information
Correct inaccurate personal information
Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 11.

6.3 European Economic Area, UK, and Switzerland (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, our legal bases for processing your information include: consent, performance of a contract, compliance with legal obligations, and our legitimate interests. You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or port your data, and to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

6.4 Other Jurisdictions

Residents of other states or countries with applicable privacy laws (e.g., Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah) may have similar rights. Contact us to make a request.

To exercise any rights described in this section, email us at [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. International Data Transfers

If you access the Services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a country with different data protection laws. By using the Services, you consent to this transfer.

9. Children's Privacy

The Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or 16, where applicable). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us at [email protected].

10. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including university and program websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Master in Finance (operated by Annapurna Influence LLC) Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.master-in-finance.com/

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.