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Day One (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website and those who use our services. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, https://www.dayoneri.org (the “Site”).

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information through the Site:

1. Contact Information: When you submit a form on our Site, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide.
2. Donation Information: When you make a donation through the Site, your payment information is processed by Blackbaud, a third-party provider. Day One does not store or process your payment details.
3. Usage Information: We use Google Analytics to collect non-personally identifiable information, such as browser type, pages viewed, and time spent on the Site, to understand and improve user experience.

Note: This site is not specifically directed at children. However, minors may access the site or submit information through its forms. [Highlight for lawyer review: Ensure compliance with COPPA or other applicable laws when minors submit personal data. Consider adding verifiable parental consent mechanisms if necessary.]

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Respond to inquiries submitted through our contact forms.
• Process donations and send acknowledgment communications.
• Analyze and improve the Site’s functionality and content through Google Analytics.
• Communicate updates, newsletters, or other information if you opt-in to receive them.

We do not sell, rent, or lease your information to third parties.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

1. With Service Providers: We work with third-party providers like Blackbaud to process donations and ensure secure transactions.
2. As Required by Law: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files placed on your device that allow us to:

• Analyze Site traffic via Google Analytics.
• Improve Site performance and usability.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or use the opt-out mechanism provided on the Site. [Highlight for lawyer review: Confirm cookie opt-out mechanisms comply with legal requirements, such as GDPR or CCPA if applicable. Include additional disclaimers if using cookies beyond analytics.]

Data Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. [Highlight for lawyer review: Ensure alignment with applicable data protection laws for sensitive user groups.]

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. [Highlight for lawyer review: Confirm retention periods and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.]

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws, including:

• The right to access and correct your personal information.
• The right to request deletion of your personal information.
• The right to opt-out of certain data collection practices.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to external websites. Day One is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Please review this page regularly for updates. The effective date at the top of the policy indicates the most recent revision.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us:

Day One
100 Medway Street
Providence, RI 02906
Phone: (401) 421-4100
Email: [email protected]

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[Highlight for lawyer review: Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, including COPPA, GDPR, CCPA, or any other jurisdictional requirements applicable to Day One’s operations.]