Summary
- We use Stripe to process donations; ACA does not store your full card number.
- We use a contact form provider to receive messages you submit on our site.
- We use donor information to send receipts/thanks, keep required records, and (if you opt in) share updates.
Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with ACA, we may collect:
- Contact information: name, email address, and (if provided) other details you submit.
- Donation details: donation amount, frequency, and related metadata (for example, fund designation).
- Tribute details: when you give in honor or in memory of someone, you may provide names and notification details.
- Technical data: basic server logs such as IP address, user agent, and timestamps, used for security and troubleshooting.
How We Use Information
- To process donations and provide receipts/acknowledgements.
- To respond to messages and support requests.
- To maintain accounting and tax records (including for 501(c)(3) compliance).
- To improve site reliability and prevent abuse.
- To send updates only when you opt in (and you can unsubscribe at any time).
How Donations Are Processed
Donations on our site are processed by Stripe. Stripe may collect and process information according to their policies. We encourage you to review Stripe’s privacy policy when donating.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers that help us operate (for example: donation processing, email/newsletter, and contact-form delivery).
- Legal/required disclosures when we believe in good faith it is necessary to comply with law or protect rights and safety.
Data Retention
We retain information as needed for the purposes described above, including recordkeeping, fraud prevention, and legal/compliance obligations.
Your Choices
- You can opt out of marketing/updates by unsubscribing (when applicable) or contacting us.
- You can request access, correction, or deletion of personal information we hold, subject to legal limitations.
Security
No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we take reasonable steps to protect information and limit access to it.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at acaexplorers.com/contact.