Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 6, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Angel Israel Alcantara, operating The Men’s Standard (“The Men’s Standard,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, stores, and shares information when you visit or use themensstandardworks.com (the “Website”).
This Privacy Policy applies to the Website, including its blog content, digital product pages, checkout pages, customer account features, contact/support features, and related services.
By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who Operates This Website
This Website is operated by:
Angel Israel Alcantara
Brand name: The Men’s Standard
Website: themensstandardworks.com
Contact email: themensstandardworks@gmail.com
2. Scope of This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through this Website, including when you:
- browse the Website
- read blog posts or other content
- contact us through a form, chat feature, or email
- create a customer account, if available
- purchase an ebook or other digital product
- request support, a refund, or order help
- interact with cookies, consent tools, or chat tools used on the Website
This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, platforms, or services that may be linked from this Website or used by you outside this Website.
3. Information We May Collect
We may collect the following categories of information.
A. Information You Provide Directly
When you voluntarily provide it, we may collect information such as:
- your name
- your email address
- billing information
- account information
- order information
- support messages
- contact form submissions
- refund-related information
- chat messages
- any other information you choose to provide
B. Purchase and Order Information
If you purchase a product through the Website, we may collect and store information related to the transaction, such as:
- the product purchased
- order number
- billing name
- billing email
- transaction date
- payment status
- refund status
- download or access history, where applicable
C. Automatically Collected Information
When you use the Website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:
- IP address
- browser type
- device type
- operating system
- referral source
- pages viewed
- time spent on pages
- general usage activity
- approximate location based on technical data
- cookie and consent data
- security and fraud-prevention information
D. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies for purposes such as:
- keeping the Website functioning properly
- remembering settings or preferences
- enabling basic ecommerce and account functions
- understanding site traffic and usage
- supporting chat or support tools
- protecting the Website against spam, misuse, or abuse
- maintaining consent choices
Some cookies may be necessary for the Website to function. Other cookies may be optional depending on the tools in use and applicable law.
4. How We Collect Information
We collect information:
- directly from you when you submit it
- automatically when you browse or interact with the Website
- from service providers that help operate the Website, such as payment processors, ecommerce tools, support tools, hosting providers, and analytics or security tools
5. How We Use Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- operate and maintain the Website
- process purchases and deliver digital products
- create and manage customer accounts
- provide support and respond to inquiries
- process refunds and resolve order issues
- communicate with customers about orders or support matters
- improve Website content, user experience, and functionality
- monitor performance, traffic, and usage patterns
- detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, unauthorized activity, or security issues
- comply with legal obligations
- enforce our Terms, policies, and rights
6. Legal Bases for Processing
Where applicable, we may process personal information on one or more of the following bases:
- performance of a contract, such as processing an order you place
- legitimate interests, such as operating, securing, and improving the Website
- consent, where consent is required for certain cookies or communications
- legal obligations, where processing is necessary to comply with applicable law
7. Payments
Payments on this Website are processed through Stripe or other payment providers we may use from time to time.
We do not generally store full payment card details on our own Website. Payment information is typically processed by the payment provider according to its own systems and policies.
We may receive limited transaction-related information needed to:
- confirm payment
- fulfill orders
- provide support
- issue refunds
- prevent fraud
- maintain business records
8. Digital Products
This Website currently offers digital products such as ebooks and may offer additional digital products in the future.
To deliver and manage digital purchases, we may collect and use information related to:
- purchases
- download access
- account access
- delivery status
- refund requests
- support inquiries related to access or delivery
We use this information to fulfill purchases, provide customer service, maintain records, and protect the business against misuse or abuse.
9. Support and Contact Communications
If you contact us by email, through a support form, or through a chat feature if one is available, we may collect and store:
- your name
- your email address
- your order details
- your support or contact message
- chat or support history
- related technical or session information
We use this information to respond to you, assist with orders or support, improve service quality, and maintain records of customer communications.
10. Chat Tools
This Website may use a chat widget, chatbot, live chat feature, or similar support tool.
If you interact with such a tool, information you submit through it may be collected and stored, including:
- your name
- your email address
- your messages
- order-related information
- support-related information
- technical session data
We may use this information to provide customer service, respond to requests, improve support quality, and manage support operations.
11. Cookies, Consent, and Website Tools
This Website may use cookie-consent tools, basic analytics tools, security tools, and support tools.
These tools may help us:
- remember your cookie preferences
- understand how the Website is used
- support Website performance
- protect against spam, fraud, or abuse
- support customer service features
Because the exact tools used on the Website may change over time, this Privacy Policy applies broadly to the categories of tools used to operate and improve the Website.
If additional tools are added later, including analytics, marketing, or email systems, this Privacy Policy may be updated accordingly.
12. Email Communications
At this time, the Website is not primarily built around email marketing. However, we may send emails related to:
- orders
- receipts
- product delivery
- refund requests
- support communications
- account-related issues
If we later add newsletters, promotional emails, or broader email marketing features, this Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect those practices.
13. Sharing of Information
We may share information with third parties that help us operate the Website and business, including providers involved in:
- payment processing
- website hosting
- ecommerce functionality
- digital delivery
- customer support
- security and anti-fraud protection
- spam prevention
- cookie management
- analytics or performance monitoring, if used
We do not sell your personal information for money.
We may also disclose information if required to:
- comply with law
- respond to legal requests
- enforce our policies or rights
- protect the security, safety, or integrity of the Website, customers, or business
14. Third-Party Services and Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, products, tools, or services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services. If you interact with a third-party provider, that provider’s own privacy policy and terms may apply.
We encourage you to review the policies of any third-party service you use.
15. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to:
- fulfill orders
- provide support
- maintain transaction and business records
- prevent fraud or abuse
- comply with legal obligations
- enforce our policies and rights
Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the reason it was collected.
16. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
However, no online system or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your own devices, login credentials, and account access information.
17. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to:
- request access to information we hold about you
- request correction of inaccurate information
- request deletion of information, where applicable
- request a copy of certain personal data
- object to or restrict certain processing, where applicable
- withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To make a request, contact us at:
themensstandardworks@gmail.com
We may need to verify your identity before completing certain requests.
18. California and Similar State Rights
If privacy laws in your state provide additional rights, we will honor those rights as required by applicable law.
Depending on applicable law, this may include rights to know, access, correct, delete, or limit certain uses of personal information.
To make a privacy-related request, contact us at:
themensstandardworks@gmail.com
19. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through the Website in a manner prohibited by law.
If you believe a child has provided personal information through the Website, contact us so we can review the issue.
20. Business Changes
If the Website or business is sold, transferred, merged, reorganized, or otherwise changed, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law.
21. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the Website, business operations, tools, legal requirements, or privacy practices.
When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted means you accept the updated Privacy Policy to the extent permitted by law.
22. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to make a privacy-related request, contact:
Angel Israel Alcantara
The Men’s Standard
Email: themensstandardworks@gmail.com
