Last updated: 6/10/23

This privacy policy ("Policy") explains how Steady Studios ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects the personal information of visitors ("users" or "you") to our website www.steadystudios.org ("Website"). By accessing or using our Website, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from users in various ways, including when you visit our Website, fill out a form, subscribe to our newsletter, make a donation, or interact with our Website's features. The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Name
• Contact information (e.g., email address, mailing address, phone number)
• Demographic information (e.g., age, gender)
• Donor information (if applicable)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide to us

2. Use of Information

We may use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our services, programs, and activities
• To communicate with you and respond to your inquiries
• To send periodic emails or newsletters regarding our organization, events, and fundraising campaigns
• To process donations and provide donation receipts (if applicable)
• To personalize user experiences and improve our Website
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

3. Data Sharing and Selling

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may disclose or share your personal information with third parties for business purposes. The categories of third parties with whom we may share your personal information include service providers, partners, and vendors who assist us in operating our Website, conducting our activities, or providing services on our behalf. These third parties are contractually obligated to use the personal information only for the purposes specified by us and to protect its confidentiality.

4. Your CCPA Rights

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These rights include:

• Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the categories of sources from which the information is collected, the purposes for which we use the information, and the categories of third parties with whom we share the information.
• Right to Delete: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information that we have collected, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information, if applicable.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights, such as by denying services, charging different prices, or providing a different level or quality of services.

To exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the personal information we collect and maintain appropriate safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of such information. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance user experience and track Website usage. These technologies may collect non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, and referring pages. You have the option to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of our Website.

7. External Links

Our Website may contain links to external websites or resources that are not operated by us. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these websites before providing any personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will promptly remove such information from our records.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Policy, our privacy practices, or wish to exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us at info@steadystudios.org or 710 W 18th Street, Suite 12, Merced CA 95340.