Privacy Policy

Updated: January 06, 2026

 

4M Institute LLC (“Institute,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy describes the types of information we may collect from you or that you may provide when you use our website, course registration platforms, educational programs, events, and related services, including any associated software, servers, or systems (collectively, the “Website”). This Policy outlines our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing that information.

This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect:

  • through the Website;
  • in email, text, and other electronic communications between you and the Institute
  • when you register for or attend courses, events, or educational programs
  • when you interact with our advertisements, applications, or third party platforms that link to this Policy

Please read this Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Website or registering for any course or event, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you should not use the Website. This Policy may change from time to time. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

If you have questions regarding this Policy, please contact us at [email protected].

 

1. CHILDREN

The Website and Institute programs are intended for individuals who are eighteen years of age or older. Certain portions of the Website and registration platforms are intended for licensed dental professionals or individuals enrolled in accredited dental education programs.

The Institute does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of eighteen. If a parent or guardian becomes aware that a minor has provided personal information, please contact us and such information will be deleted.

 

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT ABOUT YOU

We may collect personal data or personal information that identifies or relates to an individual (“Personal Information”). This may include, but is not limited to:

  • Identity data including name, professional title, date of birth, and licensure status
  • Contact data including mailing address, email address, and telephone number
  • Professional or educational data including dental license information, dental school affiliation, graduation year, or practice affiliation
  • Financial data including payment information, which may be processed directly by third party payment processors and not stored by the Institute
  • Transaction data related to course registrations, payments, and attendance
  • Technical data including IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and access times
  • Profile data including usernames, registration history, preferences, feedback, and survey responses
  • Usage data regarding how you interact with the Website
  • Marketing and communication preferences

We may also collect aggregated or anonymized data for statistical or analytical purposes. Aggregated data does not identify individuals and is not considered Personal Information.

 

3. HOW WE COLLECT PERSONAL INFORMATION

We collect information through:

  • Direct interactions when you register, complete forms, or communicate with us
  • Automated technologies as you navigate the Website, including cookies and tracking technologies
  • Third parties such as payment processors, analytics providers, and marketing platforms

 

4. INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE TO US

Information you provide may include:

  • Registration and enrollment information
  • Correspondence with the Institute
  • Survey responses and feedback
  • Payment and transaction details
  • Search queries and content engagement within the Website

 

5. INFORMATION COLLECTED THROUGH AUTOMATIC DATA COLLECTION TECHNOLOGIES

We may automatically collect information about your device, browsing actions, and usage patterns, including IP address, browser type, operating system, traffic data, logs, and access times.

 

6. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve Website functionality, understand user preferences, and analyze Website performance. You may control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may limit certain Website features.

 

7. INFORMATION RECEIVED FROM THIRD PARTIES

We may receive Personal Information from third parties including:

  • Analytics providers such as Google
  • Advertising platforms such as Google, Facebook, or Instagram
  • Payment processors and service providers such as Stripe
  • Publicly available professional or educational sources

 

8. THIRD PARTY TRACKING

Some Website content or services may be provided by third parties that use cookies or similar technologies. The Institute does not control these technologies and encourages users to review third party privacy policies.

 

9. DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION

We may disclose information:

  • To affiliates, contractors, and service providers assisting with operations
  • To fulfill the purpose for which information was provided
  • In connection with a business transaction such as a merger or restructuring
  • With your consent
  • To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or regulatory requirements
  • To enforce our Terms and Conditions or protect the rights and safety of the Institute or others

We do not sell or rent Personal Information.

 

10. OPTING OUT AND ACCESS RIGHTS

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your Personal Information. Certain information may be retained to comply with legal, accreditation, or regulatory requirements.

 

11. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS

California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act. Requests may be submitted to [email protected] or by mail to 3918 Long Beach Blvd, Suite 200, Long Beach, CA 90807. Verification of identity may be required.

 

12. DATA RETENTION

We retain Personal Information only as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill educational, operational, legal, and accreditation purposes, or as required by law.

 

13. DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect Personal Information. However, no system can guarantee complete security. Transmission of information is at your own risk.

 

14. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

Updates will be posted on the Website with the revised effective date. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

 

CONTACT INFORMATION

4M Institute LLC
3918 Long Beach Blvd, Suite 200
Long Beach, California 90807
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (858) 999-4488