Privacy Policy for Unfolded: Poetry Project

Effective Date: Tuesday, September 25th, 2024 8:13 PM CST

At Unfolded: Poetry Project, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, donate, or engage with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you interact with our website, sign up for newsletters, or make a donation, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment details.
  • Non-Personal Information: We collect non-personal data such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited through cookies and other tracking technologies.

2. How We Collect Information

  • WordPress: Our website is powered by WordPress, which may collect basic information like IP addresses and cookies to improve user experience.
  • GiveButter: We use GiveButter for donation processing. When you donate, GiveButter collects and processes your payment information securely.
  • QuickBooks: We use QuickBooks for financial management, including tracking donations and expenses. Information collected via donations or event payments is recorded and managed through this platform.

3. Subscriptions and Newsletters

When you sign up for our email newsletters or subscribe to updates, you will receive regular communications about upcoming workshops, events, and news related to Unfolded: Poetry Project. You can opt out of these emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of each email or by contacting us directly at [email protected]. We respect your preferences and will stop sending emails if you choose to unsubscribe.

4. How We Use Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Communications: To send you updates on events, workshops, newsletters, and promotional content if you have subscribed.
  • Donation Processing: Through GiveButter, we securely process your donations and provide tax-deductible receipts.
  • Financial Management: We use QuickBooks to manage our finances, ensuring transparency in how funds are used.
  • Website Analytics: Through WordPress, we use cookies and tracking tools to improve website performance and user experience.

5. Sharing Information

  • Third-Party Service Providers: We share personal information with GiveButter and QuickBooks for secure payment processing and financial management. These third parties are bound by their own privacy policies, which ensure your information is handled securely.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • WordPress: Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.
  • Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect non-personal data about how users interact with our site.

7. How We Protect Information

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

  • GiveButter and QuickBooks utilize encryption and secure servers to process payments and manage financial information.
  • We limit access to your personal information to authorized personnel only.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Donation and financial records are kept in accordance with legal and tax obligations.

9. Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to:

  • Opt out of our newsletters or updates by clicking the unsubscribe link.
  • Access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us at [email protected].
  • Manage cookies via your browser settings.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

11. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites.

12. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any significant changes will be communicated via our website or email. The last update was on September 25th, 2024.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at: Email: [email protected]