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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 1, 2024

At Care Prepared, Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://careprepared.org/ (or any other domain extension owned by Care Prepared, Inc., e.g., careprepared.com) or interact with us through other online channels. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information when you interact with our website:

A. Personal Information You Provide

When you visit our site, donate, or contact us through our forms, we may collect the following personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, etc.
  • Donation Information: Payment information, donation amount, and billing address (Note: We do not store sensitive payment information like credit card numbers, but third-party payment processors may collect and store this information).
  • Messages/Requests: Any information you provide when using our contact form or requesting services.

B. Automatically Collected Information

We use tools like Google Analytics to collect non-personally identifiable information about visitors to our site. This information may include:

  • IP Address
  • Browser Type
  • Device Type
  • Operating System
  • Pages Visited and Time Spent on Pages
  • Referring Website or Search Terms Used

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal and non-personal information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Process Donations: If you make a donation through our site, we use the information provided to process and acknowledge your donation.
  • To Respond to Inquiries: If you contact us through our contact form, we use the provided information to respond to your request or inquiry.
  • To Improve Our Website: We analyze the data collected through Google Analytics to better understand how visitors interact with our website and identify areas for improvement.
  • To Communicate With You: We may use your contact information to send you updates, newsletters, or other communications related to our cause. You can opt-out of receiving these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails or by contacting us directly.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please note that no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in processing donations, managing our website, or sending communications. These vendors are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was provided.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request, such as a subpoena or court order.
  • With Your Consent: We may share your information if you provide us with explicit consent to do so.

5. Google Analytics

Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies to track user activity and generate reports about website usage. Google may also share this information with third parties where required to do so by law or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf.

For more information about Google Analytics and how to opt out, you can visit Google’s Privacy Policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy. You can also install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

6. External Plugins, Widgets, and Third-Party Services

Our website uses various external plugins and widgets, which may collect and process your personal information. These services are designed to enhance user experience but may involve data collection practices beyond our control. Examples of these services include:

  • Weglot: Weglot is a translation plugin that allows us to offer multilingual support on our website. Weglot may collect data such as your language preferences, IP address, and browsing activity to provide accurate translations and ensure the service functions properly. For more information on how Weglot handles data, you can view their Privacy Policy at https://www.weglot.com/privacy.
  • GiveCloud: GiveCloud is a donation management platform that we use to process donations and facilitate fundraising on our website. When you make a donation, GiveCloud may collect and process personal information such as your name, email address, donation amount, and payment details. For more information on how GiveCloud handles your data, please see their Privacy Policy at https://help.givecloud.com/en/articles/6045153-privacy-policy.

7. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, including those of partner organizations, sponsors, or service providers. These external sites have their own privacy policies, which may differ from ours. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing any personal information or engaging with their content.

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and provide targeted advertising. A cookie is a small file placed on your device that helps us remember your preferences and interactions with our site.

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.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access and Correct Your Information: You can access and update your personal information by contacting us at carepreparedinc@gmail.com.
  • Opt-Out of Communications: You can unsubscribe from our newsletters or marketing emails at any time by following the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting us directly.
  • Request Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to applicable legal obligations or company accessibility to information.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to remove such information from our active communications lists or available records upon request.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. We will post any changes to this page and update the “Effective Date” at the top of the policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Care Prepared, Inc.
carepreparedinc@gmail.com
P.O. Box 1051,
Millersville, MD 21108

By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.