About This Policy
The Fearless Network (“TFN,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you visit our website (www.fearlessnetwork.org), use our services, or interact with us.
Key Points:
- We only collect information necessary to fulfill our mission and serve you better
- We never sell your personal information
- You can control how we use your information
- We implement strong security measures to protect your data
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Account Information: Username, password, preferences
- Donation Information: Payment details, giving history, donor preferences
- Communications: Messages you send us, survey responses, event registrations
- Volunteer Information: Skills, availability, background check results (when required)
Information We Collect Automatically
- Website Usage: Pages visited, time spent, links clicked, search terms
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, mobile device identifiers
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
- Cookies and Tracking: Small data files that help us improve your experience
Information from Third Parties
- Social Media: When you connect your social media accounts or share our content
- Partner Organizations: Information from our trusted partners and affiliates
- Public Sources: Publicly available information that helps us better serve our mission
How We Use Your Information
Primary Uses
- Mission Fulfillment: To advance TFN’s charitable purposes and programs
- Service Delivery: To provide requested information, services, and support
- Communication: To send newsletters, updates, and respond to inquiries
- Donation Processing: To process gifts and provide tax receipts
- Website Improvement: To enhance user experience and functionality
Secondary Uses
- Research and Analytics: To understand our impact and improve our programs
- Fundraising: To identify potential supporters and customize our outreach
- Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements and protect our rights
Legal Basis for Processing (Where Applicable)
- Consent: When you’ve given clear permission
- Legitimate Interest: For our charitable mission and organizational operations
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill services you’ve requested
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws
How We Share Your Information
We DO Share Information With:
- Service Providers: Trusted vendors who help us operate (email services, payment processors, web hosting)
- Partner Organizations: When you participate in joint programs or events
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
We DO NOT:
- Sell Your Information: We never sell personal information to third parties
- Share for Profit: We don’t share information for commercial gain
- Spam You: We only send relevant communications you can easily opt out of
Your Privacy Rights and Choices
Communication Preferences
- Email Unsubscribe: Click unsubscribe in any email or contact us
- Phone Opt-Out: Call us or email to remove your number
- Mail Preferences: Contact us to adjust or stop postal communications
Data Rights
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request removal of your information (with some exceptions)
- Portability: Receive your data in a common format
Website Controls
- Cookies: Adjust browser settings to control cookies
- Tracking: Opt out of analytics and advertising tracking
- Account Settings: Update preferences in your online account
Data Security
We protect your information through:
- Encryption: Secure transmission and storage of sensitive data
- Access Controls: Limited access to authorized personnel only
- Regular Updates: Ongoing security assessments and improvements
- Vendor Standards: Requiring security commitments from all service providers
Important: While we implement strong security measures, no system is 100% secure. Please protect your login credentials and report any suspected security issues immediately.
Special Considerations
Children’s Privacy
We don’t knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
Sensitive Information
We may collect information about your interests, affiliations, or beliefs only when directly relevant to our programs and with your clear consent.
International Users
Our services are primarily intended for users in the United States. If you’re accessing our website from other countries, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S.
Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may link to external sites or include third-party content. This Privacy Policy doesn’t cover those external services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We’ll notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending email notifications for material changes
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
State-Specific Rights
California Residents
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have additional rights including:
- Right to know what personal information we collect and how it’s used
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (though we don’t sell information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
Other State Laws
Residents of other states may have additional privacy rights under local laws. Contact us to learn more about rights that may apply to you.
Contact Us
Privacy Questions or Requests:
General Information:
We aim to respond to privacy requests within 30 days. For complex requests, we may need additional time and will keep you informed of our progress.
This Privacy Policy demonstrates The Fearless Network’s commitment to transparency and responsible data stewardship. We encourage you to read it carefully and contact us with any questions.
