SparkMint Women’s Network
Effective Date: 11/14/2024
SparkMint Women’s Network (“SparkMint,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information that we gather from members, website visitors, and other users of our services. By using our website, signing up for membership, applying for grants, or otherwise interacting with us, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it, including when you sign up for our newsletter, become a member, apply for grants, or contact us. This may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, payment information, and other identifying information.
b. Non-Personal Information
We may collect non-personal information through cookies, web beacons, and other technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, browsing behavior on our website, and other similar data.
c. Financial Information
If you make a purchase or apply for a grant, we may collect additional information, such as payment details or information related to your business and income to process applications or transactions securely.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide and Improve Our Services: This includes membership services, grant applications, and other features of our network.
Process Transactions and Applications: We use personal and financial information to process membership fees, purchases, grant applications, and other transactions.
Communicate with You: We may contact you via email or other methods regarding updates, announcements, newsletters, and promotional materials.
Conduct Research and Analysis: Non-personal information may be used for improving our services, understanding user behavior, and conducting analytics.
Enforce Terms and Conditions: Information may be used to enforce our terms and conditions and protect our network and users from fraudulent activities.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except in the following cases:
Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, and providing services to you.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, such as in response to subpoenas, court orders, or other legal processes.
Protection of Rights: We may share your information to protect our rights, property, or safety, as well as the rights, property, or safety of others.
Consent: We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.
Your Privacy Choices and Rights
a. Opt-Out of Communications
You may opt out of receiving marketing or promotional communications by following the unsubscribe link in any email you receive from us or by contacting us directly. Please note that you may still receive important account or transactional information.
b. Access and Correction
You have the right to access and correct your personal information. If you would like to review or update your information, please contact us.
c. Deletion
You may request that we delete your personal information. Note that we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies help us understand user behavior, personalize content, and improve our services. You may set your browser to refuse cookies, but this may limit your access to certain features.
Data Security
We take data security seriously and implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no security system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will promptly delete that information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on our website and update the effective date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
SparkMint Women’s Network
Email: info@sparkmint.org