Privacy Policy
Thank you for visiting lamodernquiltguild.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
1. Commitment to Privacy and Data Protection
We value your privacy and are firmly committed to protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your personal data. We aim to be transparent about our data practices and strive to place privacy and data protection at the core of our user experience. We only collect and process personal data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable legal obligations.
2. Scope of This Policy and Role of Data Controller
This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through your use of lamodernquiltguild.com and any services, features, or online functionality offered through our website. For purposes of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we act as the Data Controller with respect to any personal data collected through this website.
3. Categories of Data Processed
When you interact with lamodernquiltguild.com, we may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a. Usage Data:
Includes data about your interactions with the website, such as IP address, browser type and version, geographic location, referring URLs, page views, session duration, and other technical diagnostics captured through web server logs and analytics tools.
b. Account Data:
Information you provide when creating an account or joining as a member, including your full name, email address, postal address, phone number, and login credentials.
c. Profile Data:
Includes your preferences, interests, purchase history, event participation, communication preferences, and behavioral insights observed through your interaction with the site.
d. Communication Data:
Includes records of correspondence with us such as support queries, email exchanges, and other contact history.
e. Technical Data:
Device-specific information, including device type, operating system, browser configuration, mobile network data, and system diagnostics.
f. Transaction Data:
Includes payment details (processed securely via third-party providers), order confirmations, billing address, and delivery status related to event tickets or merchandise purchases.
g. Preference Data:
Marketing consents, topics of interest, newsletter subscriptions, and opt-in or opt-out preferences for particular types of communication.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
We rely on one or more of the following legal bases to lawfully process your data:
– Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract (e.g., membership registration or event participation).
– Legal Obligation: When we must comply with a legal or regulatory requirement.
– Legitimate Interests: For business and operational purposes, including website improvement, user support, and fraud prevention, where such interests are not overridden by your data protection rights.
– Consent: When you have explicitly agreed to our use of your personal data, especially in the case of marketing communications or specific data-sharing arrangements. You may withdraw your consent at any time.
5. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you may exercise the following rights:
– Right of Access: You have the right to request and receive a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
– Right of Rectification: You may correct or update inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
– Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data subject to legal exceptions.
– Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit the use of your data under certain conditions.
– Right to Data Portability: You may request to receive your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format and have it transmitted to another controller.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We may request additional verification information before fulfilling your request to protect your privacy and security.
6. Security Measures
We implement robust technical and organizational measures to help protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure, including:
– SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our servers
– Access controls and role-based permissions to restrict internal data exposure
– Regular system vulnerability assessments and security audits
– Routine backups and disaster recovery plans
– Internal privacy policies and staff training for data handling best practices
While we endeavor to secure the security of your data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. International Transfers
If you access lamodernquiltguild.com from locations outside the United States, please be aware that your data may be transferred to, processed in, and stored on servers located in jurisdictions that may not offer the same level of protection as your home country. In such cases, we adopt appropriate safeguards, including standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission, to ensure an adequate level of data protection.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. Specifically:
– Account Data: Retained for the life of your account and up to 6 years after account closure
– Transaction Data: Retained for 7 years for tax and financial audit purposes
– Communication & Support Requests: Retained for 2 years after resolution
– Analytics and Technical Data: Retained for no more than 24 months
When data is no longer necessary, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Cookie Policy
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve functionality, analyze usage, personalize content, and support core operations. Cookies fall within these categories:
– Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality (e.g., login authentication, navigation)
– Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced features, such as remembering preferences
– Analytics Cookies: Collect aggregate insights into website traffic and performance
– Performance Cookies: Measure and improve site response times and usability
We do not use cookies for profiling or advertising purposes without your explicit permission.
10. Cookie Management and Compliance with GDPR & CCPA
Before placing non-essential cookies on your device, we request your consent through our cookie management interface. You can modify your cookie preferences at any time via the cookie consent banner or browser settings. Users under both GDPR and CCPA have the right to opt out of non-essential data collection.
Under the CCPA, California residents also have the right to:
– Know what categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect
– Request deletion of their data
– Opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell user data)
11. Special Protections for Children Under 13
lamodernquiltguild.com is not intended for or directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent. If we learn that we have collected such data inadvertently, we will promptly delete it. Parents or legal guardians who believe their child has provided us with information may contact us at [email protected] for assistance.
12. Policy Updates and User Notifications
We may update or amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or technological developments. Updates will be posted on lamodernquiltguild.com and may be communicated to registered users via email or on-site notifications. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to remain informed of how we protect your data.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about how we handle your personal information, please contact us using the details below:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://lamodernquiltguild.com
Your privacy is important to us. We comply fully with all applicable data protection laws and strive to provide transparent and user-centric privacy practices. Please reach out to us at any time with questions or requests regarding your data.