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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy - Akron NAACP

Effective Date: April 11, 2025

The Akron NAACP ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and disclose information we receive from users of the Site. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect:

  • Personally Identifiable Information (PII): We may collect PII, such as your name, email address, postal address, and phone number, when you voluntarily provide it to us, such as when you:

    • Sign up for our newsletter

    • Make a donation  

    • Register for an event

    • Contact us through the Site

  • Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII): We may collect non-PII, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior, through cookies and similar technologies. This information is used to analyze website traffic and improve the user experience.  

  • Donation Information: When you make a donation through our website, we use secure third-party payment processors. We do not store your credit card or other financial information. The payment processors' privacy policies will govern the handling of your financial information.

2. How We Use Your Information:

  • To communicate with you, such as sending newsletters, event updates, and responding to inquiries.

  • To process donations and event registrations.

  • To improve the Site and its content.

  • To analyze website traffic and user behavior.

  • To comply with any legal obligations.

3. Disclosure of Your Information:

  • We will not sell, rent, or share your PII with third parties for their marketing purposes without your consent.

  • We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site, processing donations, or sending communications. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.  

  • We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights or the rights of others.  

  • In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.  

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

  • We use cookies and similar technologies to collect non-PII and enhance your browsing experience.  

  • You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your access to certain features of the Site.  

5. Data Security:

  • We take reasonable measures to protect your PII from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

  • However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.  

6. Children's Privacy:

  • The Site is not intended for children under the age of 13.  

  • We do not knowingly collect PII from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected PII from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it.  

7. Links to Other Websites:

  • The Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.  

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy:

  • We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on this page and update the effective date.  

  • Your continued use of the Site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.  

9. Contact Us:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:  

(330)573-4986

Office: 230 W Center St., Akron, Ohio 44302

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3169, AKron, Ohio 44309

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