Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [Insert Date]

Welcome to WHIMPS MTB (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (“Site”), including https://whimpsmtb.org and any related pages.

By using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information in several ways:

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

• Contact form information (name, email address, message content)

• Membership or volunteer sign-up details

• Event registration details

• Donations (processed through secure third-party payment providers; we do not store full payment information)

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Pages visited and time spent

• Referring website

This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve site functionality

• Analyze visitor behavior

• Store user preferences

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect some features of the Site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries or messages

• Provide updates, newsletters, and organizational information

• Manage volunteer programs, events, and memberships

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Maintain security and protect against unauthorized access

• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Service providers (e.g., payment processors, email systems)

• Event partners when needed for coordination

• Law enforcement or government agencies, if required by law

All third-party partners are required to handle data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

• Secure servers

• Encryption where appropriate

• Limited access to sensitive data

However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access personal data we hold

• Request corrections or updates

• Request deletion of your information

• Opt out of communications

• Restrict or object to certain data uses

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated terms.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

WHIMPS MTB
Email: [Insert Email]
Address: [Insert Physical Address, if applicable]