Effective Date: 2/12/2025
At 21st Century Packhorse Librarians (“we”, “our”, “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website and use our services, including subscribing to our email list. By using our website and subscribing to our email communications, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information when you interact with our website, particularly when you subscribe to our email list. The information we collect may include:
- Email Address: Used to send you newsletters, updates, and other relevant communications from 21st Century Packhorse Librarians.
- Other Voluntary Information: If you choose to provide additional information (e.g., name, phone number), we will use it as specified when you provide it.
2. How We Use Your Information
The personal information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To send you email updates, newsletters, and information about our programs, events, or donations.
- To improve the content and functionality of our website.
- To respond to inquiries or support requests.
We will not use your email address for any purpose other than those outlined here without your explicit consent.
3. Sharing Your Information
We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your email address with trusted third-party service providers, such as email marketing platforms (e.g., MailChimp, Constant Contact), to manage email subscriptions and communications. These providers are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the services they perform on our behalf.
4. Your Consent
By subscribing to our email list, you are providing explicit consent to receive emails from 21st Century Packhorse Librarians. You can opt-out or unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email or by contacting us directly at info@packhorselibrarians.org.
5. Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you wish to request the deletion of your information, you may contact us at info@packhorselibrarians.org.
6. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. Our website uses HTTPS encryption to protect the information you provide when subscribing to our email list.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and update the personal information you have provided to us.
- Request the deletion of your personal information.
- Opt-out of email communications at any time by following the instructions in the unsubscribe link or by contacting us directly.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
21st Century Packhorse Librarians
15 Grand River Lane
Simpsonville, SC, 29615
Email: info@packhorselibrarians.org