Privacy & Accessibility Policy

The Build-75
 

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 12, 2025

At The Build-75, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of all individuals who visit our website, donate to our cause, or engage with our organization. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information. When you use our website located at www.thebuild-75.org, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information (provided voluntarily):

• Name

• Email address

• Mailing address

• Phone number

• Donation and payment information

• Any other personal data you provide through contact forms, event registrations, or email communications

Non-Personal Information (collected automatically):

• IP address

• Browser type

• Pages visited and time spent on site

• Referring website

This data helps us improve the functionality and security of our website.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process donations and send receipts

• Respond to inquiries or requests

• Send newsletters or updates if you have opted in

• Improve our website and outreach

• Comply with legal or regulatory requirements

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

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3. Donation and Payment Security

We use secure third-party services (such as PayPal, Stripe, or other payment processors) to process donations. These providers are responsible for the security and privacy of your payment data. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.

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4. Email Communications

If you opt in to receive communications, we may send you updates about our work, events, and donation opportunities. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the link at the bottom of our emails.

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5. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we learn that we have done so unintentionally, we will delete that information as quickly as possible.

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6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites that this Privacy & Accessibility Policy does not govern. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

We may share information when required by law or when necessary to protect the safety, rights, or property of The Build-75, our users, or others.

We may also use third-party services for analytics, email campaigns, or other operations. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and may only use it to provide services on our behalf.

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7. Data Retention

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use minimal cookies to enhance user experience and do not use invasive tracking. Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit our website. These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site, allowing us to improve our services and outreach efforts. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect the functionality of some features on our website.

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.

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8. Your Rights

Accessibility Standards

We are committed to ensuring our website is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities or trauma-related challenges.

 

We strive to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. This includes:

• Screen reader compatibility

• Keyboard navigation

• Text alternatives for non-text content

• Clear and simple language

 b. Continuous Improvement

We appreciate feedback on improving accessibility. Please contact us at info@thebuild-75.org if you encounter any difficulties while using our website.

 Links to Other Websites

It is important to note that our website may contain links to other websites that are not governed by our accessibility policy. While we strive to provide links to reputable sites that also prioritize accessibility, we cannot be responsible for the accessibility of content on external sites. We encourage users to review the accessibility policies of any linked website.

We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

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

• Access or request a copy of your data

• Correct or delete your personal information

• Withdraw your consent for certain uses

• Complain to a data protection authority

To make such a request, please contact us using the details below.

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

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9. Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices. We encourage you to review it regularly. The "Effective Date" at the top will indicate when it was last revised.

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11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out to us:

 

The Build-75
141 Traction Street, #254

Greenville, SC 29611,

United States
info@thebuild-75.org
715-827-0188

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