Privacy Policy

Brightside Collective (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.brightsidecollective.org.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Phone number

  • Donation information

  • Any other information you provide through contact forms or newsletter signups

We may also automatically collect certain technical information about your device and usage patterns, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process donations and issue tax receipts

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer service

  • Send newsletters or updates (if you opt-in)

  • Improve our website and outreach efforts

  • Comply with legal obligations

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers to perform website hosting, email distribution, or donation processing—only to the extent necessary.

We may also disclose your information:

  • As required by law or to respond to legal process

  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

Your Choices

You can:

  • Opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking “unsubscribe”

  • Request access to or correction of your personal data

  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal or tax recordkeeping requirements)

Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your data but cannot guarantee 100% security due to the nature of the internet.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date."

Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy, please contact us at: hello@brightsidecollective.org