Privacy Policy

The Ninth Club

Last updated: June 4, 2025

1. Introduction

At The Ninth Club, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://theninthclub.com/ and use our services.

We understand that our members value discretion and confidentiality, which are fundamental to our luxury lifestyle platform. This policy reflects our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of data protection.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account or membership
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact us via email or contact forms
  • Participate in surveys or feedback
  • Comment on articles or content
  • Apply for exclusive events or experiences

This information may include:

  • Name and contact details (email address)
  • Preferences and interests related to luxury lifestyle
  • Communication preferences
  • Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click-through rates, date and time of visits
  • Analytics Data: How you navigate through our Site and which features you use

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. These may include:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic Site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant content and advertisements

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

  • Provide and maintain our luxury lifestyle content platform
  • Personalize your experience and content recommendations
  • Process membership applications and manage accounts
  • Communicate with you about our services

3.2 Communication

  • Send newsletters and updates about luxury lifestyle content
  • Notify you about exclusive events and opportunities
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Send important notices about changes to our services

3.3 Improvement and Analytics

  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our Site and services
  • Conduct research and analytics to enhance user experience
  • Develop new features and content offerings
  • Monitor and analyze trends in luxury lifestyle preferences

3.4 Legal and Security

  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
  • Enforce our Terms of Use and other policies
  • Respond to legal requests and prevent illegal activities

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 We Do Not Sell Personal Information

The Ninth Club does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

4.2 Limited Sharing

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us in operating our Site and services (hosting, analytics, email marketing)
  • Business Partners: Luxury brands and experience providers for exclusive member opportunities (with your consent)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

4.3 Data Processing Partners

We work with select, reputable service providers including:

  • Web hosting and technical infrastructure providers
  • Email marketing platforms
  • Analytics services (such as Google Analytics)
  • Content delivery networks

All partners are required to maintain appropriate data protection standards.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Access controls and authentication procedures
  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities
  • Data portability (receive your data in a portable format)

6.2 Communication Preferences

You can:

  • Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link provided
  • Update your communication preferences in your account settings
  • Contact us to modify or remove your information

6.3 Cookie Controls

You can:

  • Adjust cookie settings in your browser
  • Opt out of analytics tracking
  • Disable non-essential cookies while maintaining Site functionality

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
  • Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
  • Maintain business records for legitimate business purposes

When we no longer need your information, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will promptly delete such information.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, luxury brands, or service providers. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our Site
  • Sending an email notification to registered users
  • Providing prominent notice on our homepage

The updated policy will be effective immediately upon posting unless otherwise specified.

12. Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your personal information includes:

  • Consent: Where you have given clear consent for specific purposes
  • Contract: Where processing is necessary for our contract with you
  • Legitimate Interests: Where we have legitimate business interests that do not override your privacy rights
  • Legal Obligations: Where we must comply with legal requirements

13. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

The Ninth Club
Website: https://theninthclub.com/
Email: contact@theninthclub.com

For privacy-specific inquiries, please include “Privacy Policy” in your email subject line.

15. Complaints

If you believe that we have not complied with this Privacy Policy or applicable data protection laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with:

  • Us directly using the contact information above
  • Your local data protection authority
  • The relevant supervisory authority in your jurisdiction

By using The Ninth Club website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.