Privacy Policy for HCC-SW.org
Effective Date: 27-Jan-2025
Last Updated: 27-Jan-2025
At HCC-SW.org, we value the privacy of our visitors and are committed to protecting their personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or interact with our services.
1. Information Collection and Use
We collect personal information through various methods, including but not limited to:
- Visiting our site.
- Registering on the site.
- Subscribing to newsletters.
- Responding to surveys or filling out forms.
- Making a donation.
Types of Personal Information Collected:
- Name.
- Email address.
- Mailing address.
- Phone number.
How We Use Your Information:
- To communicate with you and provide requested services.
- To improve your overall experience on our website.
- To send periodic emails about updates, events, and other information related to HCC-SW.org.
2. Log Files
Like many websites, HCC-SW.org uses log files to analyze trends and administer the site. The information collected may include:
- Internet Protocol (IP) addresses.
- Browser type.
- Internet Service Provider (ISP).
- Date/time stamps.
- Referring/exit pages.
- Number of clicks.
Purpose:
This information helps us analyze trends, track user movement around the site, and gather demographic data. IP addresses and related details are not linked to personally identifiable information.
3. Cookies and Web Beacons
HCC-SW.org uses cookies to:
- Store visitor preferences.
- Record user-specific information about pages accessed or visited.
- Personalize website content based on browser type or visitor behavior.
Third-Party Cookies:
Some cookies may be used by third-party vendors, including:
- Google: May use cookies to serve ads based on prior visits to our website. You can opt-out of Google’s cookies by visiting the Google Advertising Opt-Out Page.
4. Advertising Partners
Our advertising partners may use cookies and web beacons on our site. These partners include:
- Amazon
How Third-Party Advertising Works:
- Third-party ad servers or networks use technologies such as cookies, JavaScript, or web beacons to display advertisements and track their effectiveness.
- When you interact with these ads, your IP address and related data may be collected automatically.
- HCC-SW.org does not control these third-party technologies or access the information they collect.
5. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Privacy Choices
You have the following options to manage your data:
- Cookie Preferences: Adjust your browser settings to disable cookies. Note that this may impact website functionality.
- Opt-Out of Targeted Ads: Visit the Google Advertising Opt-Out Page or similar resources provided by other vendors.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Please revisit this page regularly for the latest information.
8. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, you can reach us via:
- Contact Form: https://stage.hcc-sw.org/contact-us
