Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for SoberFounders.org

Last Updated: [1/22/2025]

SoberFounders.org (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable California data protection laws (CCPA). By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal data that you provide to us directly through web forms and automatically via cookies when you interact with our website. The types of personal data we collect include:

  • Web Form Submissions:
    • First Name and Last Name
    • Email Address
    • Phone Number
    • Revenue Information
    • Sobriety Date
    • Company Name
    • Additional Messages or Notes
  • Cookies: Information about your browsing behavior on our website.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  1. To manage and optimize marketing efforts for our community.
  2. To strengthen our membership by understanding and supporting individuals’ sobriety journeys.
  3. To process applications and improve our community services.
  4. To send emails, including communications from our partners and affiliates, as part of our service.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: By clicking buttons on our website or submitting forms, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy.
  • Legitimate Interest: For the purposes of improving our community, marketing optimization, and providing tailored services to our members.

4. How We Protect Your Data

We implement robust security measures to ensure your data is safe:

  • All personal data is encrypted and stored securely.
  • Access to personal data is restricted to authorized employees of SoberFounders.org.
  • Two-factor authentication (2FA) is in place to safeguard access to our systems.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your data in the following limited circumstances:

  1. With Third-Party Service Providers: We use trusted providers, such as HubSpot and Google, to store and process data on secure servers. These providers comply with strict security and privacy standards.
  2. To Improve Our Community: We may share limited data with partners and affiliates, but only when necessary to enhance the community experience. This does not include sharing data for advertising purposes.

7. Your Rights

As a user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  1. Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  2. Correction: You can ask us to update or correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  3. Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal data.
  4. Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw your consent for data processing at any time by emailing us at [email protected].
  5. Data Portability: You can request that your data be transferred to another service provider in a machine-readable format.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by GDPR and CCPA.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies help us analyze website traffic and optimize our services. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain website functionalities.

9. International Data Transfers

Your personal data may be stored and processed on servers located outside your country of residence. We use trusted providers, such as HubSpot and Google, which comply with international data protection laws to safeguard your information.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website, and we may notify you via email where appropriate. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

SoberFounders.org
Email: [email protected]

12. Your Acceptance

By using our website, you confirm that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your personal data as described herein.

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