Privacy policy.

Privacy Policy for Tech Founders of York County

Effective Date: 10/3/2023

Tech Founders of York County ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide to us. By accessing or using our website, or services, or participating in our events, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information from you:

  • Contact Information: This may include your name, email address, phone number, and postal address.

  • Professional Information: Information about your profession, job title, and company name.

  • Payment Information: If you make a donation or payment to us, we may collect payment card information, billing address, and other necessary payment details.

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information, including:

  • Usage Information: Information about your interaction with our website, such as IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and other usage data.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your user experience and collect analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Providing Services: To provide you with information, services, or resources that you request or engage with.

  • Communications: To communicate with you about our activities, events, updates, and relevant news.

  • Donations: If you choose to make a donation, we will use the information to process your donation and provide a receipt.

  • Analytics: To analyze and improve our website, services, and user experience.

  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may disclose your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website or provide other services. These service providers are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.

  • Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information in response to lawful requests by public authorities or when required by law.

  • Consent: If you provide your consent, we may share your information with third parties for specific purposes.

4. Your Choices

You have certain rights and choices regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: You can access, correct, or update your personal information by contacting us at [contact email].

  • Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the instructions in the email or contacting us at [contact email].

  • Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

6. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Effective Date" at the top.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at info@TechFoundersFortMill.com.

By using our website, or services, becoming a member, or attending functions, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.