Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7/8/2025
Last Updated: 7/8/2025

The Apple Peach Festival of Acushnet ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes the types of information we collect from users of our website [www.applepeachfestival.com] ("Site"), how we use and protect that information, and the rights you may have regarding your data.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information when you interact with our website, make a donation, sign up for our newsletter, register for events, or otherwise engage with us online.

a. Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide us with personal information, including:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Donation amounts and history
• Payment details (processed via secure third-party platforms)
• Communication preferences
• Any other information you submit via forms or emails

b. Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect non-personal data through cookies and analytics tools, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Referring URLs
• Pages visited and time spent on the Site
• Clicks, scrolls, and interactions

This information is used in aggregate form and cannot be used to identify you individually.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process and acknowledge donations
• To send receipts, thank-you messages, or tax documentation
• To send newsletters, updates, and fundraising appeals (only if you opt in)
• To respond to inquiries or provide requested information
• To administer registrations for events, programs, or campaigns
• To comply with legal and tax obligations
• To analyze website traffic and improve performance and usability

We only use your personal data for the purposes described in this policy and will not use it in a way that is incompatible with these purposes.

3. Donation Information

All donations made through our website are processed securely via Zeffy and GoDaddy Payments. We do not store your credit card or banking information on our servers. Your donor data may be stored in a secure third-party donor management system and used only to support your relationship with our organization.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data under the following circumstances:

• With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, sending communications, or processing donations (all of whom are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential)
• When required by law, subpoena, or government request
• To protect our legal rights or prevent fraud or abuse

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how visitors use our website
• Improve functionality and performance

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that some parts of the website may not function properly without them.

6. Data Storage and Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and restricted access protocols. While we take appropriate precautions, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

7. Email and Text Communications

If you opt into email or SMS updates, we may contact you periodically with newsletters, donation appeals, event invitations, or impact stories. You can unsubscribe or opt out at any time by following the link in our messages or contacting us directly.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently gathered information from a child, we will delete it promptly.

9. International Visitors

If you are accessing our site from outside the United States, please note that your information will be processed and stored in the U.S., and may be subject to U.S. laws.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will post a notice on our website and update the effective date above. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 Email: applepeachfest@gmail.com
📬 Mailing Address: Apple Peach Fest. P.O. Box 30205 Acushnet, MA 02743