Effective Date: September 2024

Values Partnerships (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information through our websites, campaign portals, event platforms, and mobile interfaces (collectively, our “Platform”). By using our Platform, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. Your use of our Platform is also governed by our Terms of Use.

1) Information Collection

We collect personal information in the following ways:

Information You Voluntarily Provide

• Contact Information: Your name, email address, mobile phone number, organization, and other details provided through sign-up forms, surveys, event registrations, and direct communications.

• Communication Preferences: Your opt-in status for receiving emails and SMS messages.
  Uploaded Content: Photos, videos, testimonials, or other media you choose to submit.

• Support Interactions: When you contact us, we may collect your message, contact details, and any attachments.
  
  

Information We Collect Automatically

• Device and Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, location (approximate), browsing behavior on our Platform.

• Cookies and Tracking: See Section 2 for more details.
  
  

Information from Third Parties

• We may receive demographic, marketing, or analytic information from third-party services and platforms you use to engage with us (e.g., social media login tools).
  
  

2) Cookies and Other Information Collection Tools

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze usage patterns, and display relevant content.

• Session Cookies: For navigation and session continuity.

• Persistent Cookies: For remembering preferences and tracking long-term engagement.

• Third-party Analytics: Services like Google Analytics help us understand traffic and engagement trends.
  
  

You may adjust cookie settings in your browser. Disabling cookies may affect certain Platform functionalities.

3) Information Use

We use your information to:

• Communicate with you via email and SMS about campaigns, initiatives, events, and opportunities aligned with our mission.

• Provide you with requested services, content, and updates.

• Improve our Platform, outreach, and user experience.

• Analyze participation trends and measure impact.
  
  

Email List Usage

When you sign up to receive updates from us:

• We may send you newsletters, campaign alerts, invitations, and other informational or promotional content.

• You can opt out at any time via the unsubscribe link in our emails.

• Your email address is managed securely using platforms compliant with major privacy regulations (e.g., CAN-SPAM, GDPR).
  
  

SMS Messaging

If you consent to receive text messages:

• We may send you messages related to events, timely updates, and calls to action.

• You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.

• Standard text messaging rates may apply depending on your carrier.

• We will not share or sell your mobile number to third parties.
  
  

4) Information Sharing

We may share your information as follows:

• With Campaign and Event Partners: If you engage with a specific campaign or co-hosted event, we may share relevant information with those partners with your permission.

• As Required by Law: To comply with legal obligations or protect rights.

• In Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or asset transfer.

• With Consent: Whenever you authorize it.
  
  

5) Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.

• Opt out of email or SMS communications.

• Disable cookies via browser settings.
  
  

To make any such requests, contact us at: hi@wearevalues.com

6) Third-Party Links

Our Platform may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Review their policies before sharing personal information.

7) Security and Data Retention

We maintain reasonable safeguards to protect your information. While we strive for secure transmission, no method is entirely risk-free. We retain your information only as long as needed for our operations or legal requirements.

8) Children’s Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us to delete it.

9) International Users

If you are outside the United States and use our Platform, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

10) Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Updated versions will be posted on our Platform with a new effective date.

11) Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at hi@wearevalues.com