Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 7, 2026
Last Updated: September 7, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how SaveSantaBarbara.com ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit or interact with our website at savesantabarbara.com (the "Site").

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information you provide directly:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address

• Payment information (if you make a donation or purchase)

• Comments, messages, or content you submit through forms

• Information provided when signing up for newsletters, petitions, or volunteer opportunities

Information collected automatically:

• IP address, browser type, and device information

• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5)

Information from third parties:

• Information from social media platforms if you interact with our Site through them

• Information from payment processors when you make a donation

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site

• Process donations, memberships, or transactions

• Send newsletters, updates, and communications (with your consent where required)

• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

• Analyze usage trends to improve user experience

• Comply with legal obligations

• Prevent fraud and protect the security of the Site

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers who help us operate the Site (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, hosting providers)

• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights

• Successors in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

• Third parties with your explicit consent

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences

• Analyze site traffic and usage patterns

• Improve functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

6. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access the personal information we hold about you

• Request correction or deletion of your information

• Opt out of marketing communications

• Object to or restrict certain processing

• Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 10.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

9. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

This is a generic template and should be reviewed by a qualified attorney to ensure compliance with applicable laws (such as CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, or other relevant regulations) before publishing.