Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 18, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and shared when you use alanvfoster.org (the "Website"). It also outlines your privacy rights and available choices.

By using this Website, you acknowledge the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Website.

Who We Are

For this Website, "Company", "we", "us", and "our" refer to Alan V Foster and related business operations used to run this site and its services.

Contact email: HillsboroughWebDev@gmail.com

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact information you submit voluntarily (for example, name, email address, phone number, and message contents).
  • Information you submit through interactive features (for example, event reminder signups, forms, and direct communications).

Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address, browser type/version, device type, operating system, and referral URLs.
  • Pages visited, timestamps, session duration, and interaction data.
  • Cookie and similar tracking technology data, where enabled.

Payment-Related Information

If payments are processed through third-party providers, payment card data is handled by those providers directly, not stored by this Website.

How We Use Information

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Website and requested services.
  • Respond to inquiries, support requests, and communications.
  • Send service-related notifications, updates, and reminders you request.
  • Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and improve the Website.
  • Protect against fraud, abuse, and other harmful activity.
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce contractual terms.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies, tags, scripts, and similar technologies to operate the Website, remember preferences, and measure usage.

  • Essential cookies: Required for core site functionality and security.
  • Functional cookies: Used to remember settings and preferences.
  • Analytics/performance cookies: Used to understand usage and improve the Website.

Most browsers let you control cookies through browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Services

Depending on current site features, we may use third-party providers for analytics, payments, email delivery, advertising, anti-abuse protections, and social media integrations.

Note: third-party integrations may change over time as Website features evolve.

How We Share Information

We may share personal information only where necessary, including:

  • With service providers acting on our behalf.
  • In connection with business restructuring, merger, acquisition, or asset sale.
  • When required by law, legal process, or governmental request.
  • To protect rights, safety, property, or prevent fraud and abuse.
  • With your consent for specific disclosed purposes.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy, including legal, accounting, dispute-resolution, and security obligations.

Data Security

We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect personal information. However, no transmission method or storage system is fully secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

International Transfers

Depending on the tools and providers in use, information may be processed in countries outside your local jurisdiction. Where required, appropriate safeguards are used to support lawful cross-border processing.

GDPR Privacy Notice (EEA/UK)

This section applies to individuals in jurisdictions where GDPR or similar laws apply.

Legal Bases for Processing

  • Consent
  • Performance of a contract
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Legitimate interests

Your GDPR Rights

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • Object to or restrict certain processing.
  • Request data portability where applicable.
  • Withdraw consent where processing relies on consent.
  • Lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority.

CCPA/CPRA Privacy Notice (California)

This section applies to California residents where CCPA/CPRA rights are available.

We may collect identifiers, internet activity data, and other categories of information reasonably related to providing and improving services. We do not sell personal information in the traditional exchange-for-money sense.

California Rights

  • Know what personal information is collected and how it is used.
  • Request deletion of eligible personal information.
  • Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
  • Limit use of sensitive personal information where applicable.
  • Exercise rights without unlawful discrimination.

Children's Privacy

This Website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us so we can take appropriate action.

Do Not Track

Browser "Do Not Track" signals are not uniformly supported. As standards evolve, we may update how DNT or similar preference signals are handled.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.