Effective Date: Nov 25th, 2024
The Media for Democracy Foundation (MFD) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our website or participate in our programs. By using this website, you agree to the practices described here.
We are dedicated to transparency in how we manage your data. If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us at [email protected]
1. Our Commitment to Privacy
At MFD, we recognize the importance of protecting the privacy of all individuals who interact with us, including website visitors, program participants, donors, and supporters. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information without your explicit consent, except as required by law or as outlined in this policy.
We collect and use data responsibly to support our mission, improve user experiences, and ensure secure interactions with our website and services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information:
- Personal Information: This includes information you provide directly, such as your name, email address, phone number, payment details (for donations), and other data you share when subscribing to newsletters, registering for events, or participating in our programs.
- Non-Personal Information: Data automatically collected via tools like Google Analytics and Cloudflare, including your IP address, browser type, device information, geolocation, and browsing activity on our website.
We also collect photographic images or videos during events or programs, which may include identifiable participants, to promote our work or report to donors.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Process and acknowledge donations.
- Communicate updates about programs, events, and initiatives through tools like Mailchimp.
- Provide relevant information to participants in our programs.
- Analyze website performance and user behavior using Google Analytics and Cloudflare statistics.
- Report program metrics and achievements to funders.
Photographic and video content may be used to illustrate the impact of our work on our website, in reports, or promotional materials. If you prefer not to appear in such materials, please contact us.
4. Third-Party Services
We partner with trusted third-party services to manage specific functions:
- Google Analytics: Tracks website traffic and user behavior to improve site performance.
- Cloudflare: Provides website security and traffic analysis.
- Mailchimp: Manages email communications and subscription preferences.
- Payment Gateways: Secures payment processing for donations.
These third-party services may collect data in line with their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing those policies for more details.
5. Data Retention and Security
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
We employ robust security measures to protect your information and continually update our practices to address evolving risks. While no system can guarantee absolute protection, we remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of security.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information.
- Opt-out of receiving marketing communications.
- Request clarification about how your data is processed.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]
7. Event Participation
By participating in MFD programs or events, you consent to the collection and use of relevant information, including images or video footage, for reporting and promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your image or data used, please notify us in advance or during the event.
8. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and track site performance. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may impact your experience on our website.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically to remain compliant with relevant laws or to reflect changes in our practices. Please check this page regularly for updates.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
The Media for Democracy Foundation
PO Box 1014 Clarksburg, MD 20871