Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 2024
The Arc Connecticut ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, https://thearcct.org/ (the “Site”).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information from you:
Personal Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily submit through forms on the Site.
Non-Personal Information: such as your IP address, browser type, and pages you visit on the Site. This information is collected through cookies and analytics tools.
Contact Form Submissions: We collect information (such as name, email address, and any other personal information you choose to provide) when you submit inquiries through our contact form. This data is used solely for responding to your requests and providing the information you requested about our Families for Families group.
Newsletter Subscriptions: When you subscribe to our newsletter via Mailchimp, we collect your email address to send you updates and information about The Arc Connecticut. Your email address will only be used for this purpose, and you can opt out at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
To provide and maintain the Site.
To process donations, sponsorships, event ticket purchases, membership subscriptions, and product orders.
To communicate with you, including responding to your inquiries.
To improve our services and the Site.
To monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve the user experience.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect non-personal information automatically. Cookies help us improve your experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing traffic. By continuing to use the Site, you consent to our use of cookies.
You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Site.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information:
With service providers who assist us in operating the Site and providing our services (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers).
If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of The Arc Connecticut or others.
5. Payment and Data Security
All transactions made through our Site are processed by secure third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). We do not store any payment information on our servers. All payment information is encrypted and processed in compliance with industry standards, including PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard).
6. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these external sites.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, request corrections, or request deletion of that information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at cscully@thearcct.org.
8. Children's Privacy
The Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: cscully@thearcct.org