Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/01/2025
Heart in the Spectrum (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website, engage with our services, or donate to our cause.
By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our site and services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information to improve our services and better support neurodiverse individuals and their families.
A. Information You Provide Directly
When you donate, sign up for events, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us, we may collect:
• Name
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Phone number
• Payment details (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Any additional information you voluntarily provide
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may collect:
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, date and time of visits
• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and improve our content. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser.
C. Information from Third-Party Sources
• We may receive data from social media platforms if you interact with our content (e.g., likes, shares, or comments).
• If you donate through a third-party service, we may receive limited transaction details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
• To Provide and Improve Services: Ensure smooth website functionality, process donations, and communicate with you.
• To Send Updates & Marketing Communications: If you opt in, we may send newsletters, updates, or event invitations. You can unsubscribe anytime.
• To Ensure Security & Prevent Fraud: Monitor website activity to detect unauthorized access or malicious activity.
• To Comply with Legal Obligations: Fulfill any legal or regulatory requirements.
3. How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
• Service Providers: We partner with trusted third-party vendors to process donations, manage email communications, and host our website. These providers are obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and the safety of others, we may disclose your information.
• With Your Consent: In cases where we want to share your information beyond the listed purposes, we will ask for your permission.
4. Data Security & Retention
We take reasonable precautions to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no online transmission is 100% secure.
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
• Access & Correction: Request a copy of the information we hold about you and correct any inaccuracies.
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
• Cookie Preferences: Manage cookies in your browser settings.
6. Third-Party Links & External Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.
7. Children’s Privacy
We are committed to protecting children’s privacy. Our website and services are intended for general audiences and are not directed toward children under the age of 13. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, we will delete it.
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices. Any modifications will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
