Privacy Policy

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Effective Date:  October 20, 2024

Market IRL is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [insert website URL], use our services, or engage with us in other ways. This policy complies with applicable laws, including the Illinois Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for residents of California.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you in a variety of ways, including when you:

• Register for an account
• Make a donation
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Participate in events or programs
• Fill out forms on our website

The types of information we may collect include:

• Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Payment information (credit card details, billing address)
• User-generated content (comments, testimonials)
• Technical data (IP address, browser type, operating system)

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Process donations and manage your account
• Improve our programs and services
• Communicate with you about updates, events, and promotional materials
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our offerings

3. Sharing Your Information

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

• With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business (e.g., payment processors, event organizers)
• To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of others

4. Data Security

We implement various security measures to protect your personal information. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls. While we strive to protect your information, no transmission over the Internet or electronic storage method is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
• Opt-out of marketing communications

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

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings. However, declining cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Market IRL
marketirlus@gmail.com
+1 (224) 385-4938