Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 2025

Lightning Marketing LLC, doing business as Genre Summit (“Genre Summit,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website at www.genresummit.com (the “Site”), register for our events, purchase our services, or interact with us through email, SMS, or other communication channels. By using our Site or services, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, billing details, and payment information when you register, purchase, or opt-in.
  • Mobile Number Information: When you provide your mobile number, you consent to receive SMS communications under the terms described in this Policy.
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, referring websites, and device information.
  • Cookies and Tracking Data: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance functionality and track engagement.
  • Demographic and Preference Data: Age, gender, interests, and other optional information you provide to help us tailor our services.
 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

  • To operate and maintain the Site.
  • To process purchases, registrations, and subscriptions.
  • To provide customer service and respond to inquiries.
  • To send email and SMS communications about events, products, and promotions.
  • To conduct surveys, feedback requests, or market research.
  • To enforce our Terms of Service and comply with applicable law.
 

3. SMS Communications

When you provide your mobile number to Genre Summit, you expressly consent to receive SMS/text messages from us.

  • Purpose of SMS Messages: SMS communications may include promotional offers, marketing campaigns, event reminders, service updates, order confirmations, account notifications, and other relevant alerts.
  • Message Frequency: Message frequency may vary, but users can expect to receive up to 4–6 SMS messages per month, depending on participation in our programs and events.
  • Message and Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier plan.
  • Privacy of Mobile Numbers: We do not sell, rent, lease, or share your mobile number with unaffiliated third parties. Your number will only be used as described in this Privacy Policy.
  • Opt-Out Instructions: You can unsubscribe from SMS communications at any time by replying “STOP” to any message you receive. After you send “STOP,” you will receive a one-time confirmation message. You will not receive further SMS communications unless you opt back in by replying “START.”
  • Help: For assistance with SMS messages, reply “HELP” to any Genre Summit message or email us at shant@genresummit.com.


4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site uses cookies to personalize user experience and track preferences. Cookies help us remember you between sessions, store login information, and deliver customized content. You may disable cookies in your browser, but some Site functionality may be limited.

5. Disclosure of Information

We may share information in the following circumstances:

  • With trusted service providers who perform tasks on our behalf (e.g., payment processing, email/SMS delivery, logistics).
  • When required by law, regulation, subpoena, or court order.
  • To protect our legal rights, investigate fraud, or ensure safety of users.
  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

We do not sell or lease customer data, including mobile numbers, to third parties.

6. Data Security

We use commercially reasonable safeguards, including SSL encryption and secure servers, to protect your information. However, no transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

7. Children’s Privacy

Genre Summit does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, contact us immediately.

8. Your Choices and Opt-Out Rights

Email Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from promotional emails by clicking “unsubscribe” in any message.

SMS Opt-Out: Reply “STOP” to any SMS.

Cookies: Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of our Site or services after changes means you accept the revised Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, SMS practices, or your personal information, please contact us:

Lightning Marketing LLC
12118 Valliant Dr. #206
San Antonio, TX 78216
Email: shant@genresummit.com
Website: www.genresummit.com