Effective Date: November 15, 2024
Website: https://transitioncenters.org
At Transition Centers, accessible from https://transitioncenters.org, protecting your privacy is of paramount importance to us. This Privacy Policy document explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, interact with our services, or provide us with your personal information. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not use our website.
By accessing or using Transition Centers, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to improve our services and enhance your experience on the Transition Centers website. The information we collect includes:
(a) Personal Information
You may provide personal information when using certain features of the site, such as when subscribing to our newsletter, contacting us through forms, or signing up for events. Personal information may include but is not limited to:
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Mailing Address
- Demographic Information (such as location, age, gender)
We collect this information voluntarily when you provide it to us through the Website.
(b) Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personal information related to your use of the website, which includes information automatically sent to us by your web browser. This may include:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Date and time of your visit
- Pages visited and actions taken
- Referring site details (if you navigated to us from another website)
Non-personal information helps us analyze user trends and improve our services, but it cannot be used to personally identify you.
(c) Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. They allow us to remember your preferences and tailor your experience. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent; however, some parts of the website may not function properly without cookies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
(a) Providing and Improving Our Services
We use your information to deliver the services you request, such as sending newsletters, responding to your inquiries, and improving the overall user experience. We aim to tailor our content to better meet the needs and interests of our audience.
(b) Personalization
We may use your personal information to customize your experience on our website, such as suggesting articles or news relevant to your interests.
(c) Communication
We use your email address or contact details to send you important updates, newsletters, promotional materials, and responses to inquiries. You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link in emails or contacting us directly.
(d) Analytics and Improvements
We use non-personal information to conduct data analytics, monitor website performance, and improve our services. We analyze how users interact with our site to identify trends, fix technical issues, and improve our content and website structure.
(e) Legal Requirements
We may use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies or agreements.
3. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following ways:
(a) Service Providers
We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with website maintenance, data analysis, email communication, or other operational functions. These service providers are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it solely to provide the services we’ve requested.
(b) Legal Compliance
We may disclose your personal information to law enforcement, government authorities, or other third parties if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Transition Centers, its users, or others.
(c) Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the business transaction. We will notify you of any such changes to our ownership or transfer of your personal information.
(d) Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that we do not control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. If you choose to visit third-party websites, we encourage you to review their privacy policies to understand how they collect, use, and share your information.
4. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When we no longer require your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
5. Security of Your Information
We are committed to protecting the security of your personal information. We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of your personal data. However, no data transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain privacy rights, including:
(a) Access
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. We will provide you with a copy of your personal information upon request, subject to any legal restrictions.
(b) Correction
You have the right to request that we correct any inaccuracies or update your personal information.
(c) Deletion
You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions, such as when we are legally required to retain certain data.
(d) Opt-Out
You may opt-out of receiving marketing emails or newsletters by following the instructions in those communications or contacting us directly.
If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
7. Children’s Privacy
Transition Centers is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be reflected on this page, and the updated Privacy Policy will be effective immediately upon posting. We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
If we make significant changes to the way we handle your personal information, we will notify you via email or by posting a prominent notice on our website.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or how we handle your data, please feel free to contact us.
We are committed to responding to your inquiries and addressing any concerns you may have regarding your privacy.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on November 15, 2024.