Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7/20/2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information when you visit our site, donate, or subscribe to our communications:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number.
- Donation Information: Amount donated, payment method (processed securely via Stripe).
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and interactions (collected via Google Analytics).
- Other Voluntarily Provided Data: Such as messages submitted through contact forms or email correspondence.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
- Process donations and issue receipts.
- Communicate updates about our mission, programs, and fundraising campaigns.
- Improve our website performance and user experience.
- Meet legal and compliance obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share information with:
- Stripe: To process donations securely.
- Google Analytics: To analyze website usage and performance.
- Service Providers: Who assist with our email, website hosting, and donor management (only as necessary and under confidentiality agreements).
- Legal Obligations: When required to comply with law enforcement or regulatory authorities.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security practices to protect your data, including encryption, access controls, and secure third-party services (such as Stripe for payment processing).

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law (e.g., tax or audit requirements for donation records).

6. Your Rights and Choices

If you are located in the U.S., you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data.
- Request corrections or deletion of your data.
- Opt out of receiving marketing communications.
You can exercise these rights by contacting us at [insert contact email].

Note: If you are located in the European Union or another jurisdiction with specific privacy rights, please contact us for assistance.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

Backing Dreams Inc.
Email: communitylift7@gmail.com
Website: www.backingdreams.org