Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 24, 2025
Last Updated: May 30, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to gemachoflakewood.org ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Account credentials and preferences
- Communications and correspondence with us
- Any other information you choose to provide
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address and browser information
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referral sources and exit pages
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Information Collection and Use
We collect personal information, such as your name, contact details, to provide you with the best possible experience. Your information is used solely for the purposes of delivering services, managing your account, and/or communicating with you.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for various purposes, including:
- Providing and maintaining our services
- Processing transactions and managing your account
- Communicating with you about our services
- Responding to your inquiries and support requests
- Improving our website and services
- Sending administrative information and updates
- Complying with legal obligations
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business
- When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
- With your explicit consent
Mobile Information and Text Messaging
No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand user preferences. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Opting Out of Marketing and Promotional Communications
You can unsubscribe at any time by replying "STOP" or "UNSUBSCRIBE" to the SMS messages that we send, or by contacting us using the contact form on our website. However, we may still communicate with you — for example, to send you service-related messages that are necessary for the administration and use of your account, to respond to service requests, or for other non-marketing purposes.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access your personal information
- The right to rectify inaccurate information
- The right to erase your personal information
- The right to restrict processing
- The right to data portability
- The right to object to processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of the United States, please be aware that information we collect may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all information collected by gemachoflakewood.org.