PRIVACY POLICY
October 2024
Introduction
Friends of the Centreville Regional Library ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our website users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal information you provide when using our website centrevillefriends.org. Our website supports our goal to encourage and expand the use of the library resources, services and facilities for cultural and community development to support literacy and education.
The money we raise through book sales and donations is used to support and/or sponsor programs of interest and services that are relevant to our local community through the Centreville Regional Library.
Information We Collect
When you conduct a transaction on our website, as part of the process, we collect personal information you give us such as your name, address and email address. Your personal information will be used for the specific reasons stated below only.
1. Personal Information: We collect personal information when you volunteer, subscribe to our newsletter, or make a donation. This may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other details necessary for the specific interaction.
2. Volunteering Information: When signing up to volunteer, we may collect information about your preferences and availability to help us match you with suitable opportunities.
3. Donation Information: If you choose to donate through our website, we collect information related to the donation, such as the amount and payment details. Payment details are securely processed through third-party providers. We do not retain this information.
4. Newsletter Information: If you sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address and may send you regular updates about our activities. You may opt out at any time by contacting admin@centrevillefriends.org and requesting your removal from this list.
5. Automatically Collected Information: Our website is hosted by WIX, which collects usage data to improve the user experience. When you visit our website, WIX may collect certain information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, and usage data through cookies.
How We Use the Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To coordinate volunteering opportunities and communicate with volunteers.
- To manage newsletter subscriptions and send updates.
- To process donations and issue receipts.
- To improve our website’s functionality and understand user behavior through analytics.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:
- Third-Party Service Providers: We use third-party services to process donations. These providers have access to your information only to the extent necessary to perform these functions on our behalf.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Security of Information
We take reasonable measures to protect the security of your personal information. Sensitive data, such as donation payment information, is encrypted and processed through secure channels and not retained. centrevillefriends.org is hosted on the Wix.com platform. Wix.com supplies us with the online platform that allows us to provide information and services to you. Data you share with us (for example, newsletter sign-up information) may be stored through Wix.com’s data storage, databases and the general Wix.com applications. They store your data on secure servers behind a firewall.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Correction: You may request access to the information we hold about you and ask for any corrections if needed.
- Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving our newsletter or volunteering communications at any time by contacting us directly.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website through the WIX.com hosting service uses cookies to enhance your experience and collect usage data. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this privacy policy at any time, so please review it frequently. Changes and clarifications will take effect immediately upon their posting on the website. If we make material changes to this policy, we will notify you here that it has been updated, so that you are aware of what information we collect, how we use it, and under what circumstances, if any, we use and/or disclose it.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: admin@centrevillefriends.org