Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 16, 2025

At Sandpoint Renaissance Association, we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, SandpointRenFaire.com, or engage with us through other online platforms. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect:

We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website or interact with us:

Personal Information: When you donate, sign up for newsletters, volunteer, or contact us, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment information.

Non-Personal Information: We may collect data about your browsing behavior, such as IP addresses, browser type, operating system, and pages visited on our website, through cookies and other tracking technologies. This data is used to improve the user experience and analyze web traffic.

2. How We Use Your Information: We may use your personal information for the following purposes: To process donations or payments. To communicate with you about your contributions, requests, or inquiries. To send newsletters, updates, and event information (only if you’ve opted-in to receive them). To improve the functionality and user experience of our website. To comply with legal obligations and protect our organization.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Our website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us understand how you use our website and customize your experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

4. How We Protect Your Information: We take reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. While we implement security protocols, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data. 

5. Sharing Your Information: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following cases: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in running our website and conducting business operations (e.g., payment processors, email marketing services). To comply with legal obligations or protect our organization from fraud, harm, or legal liability. In the case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

6. Third-Party Links:

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites before providing any personal information.

7. Children's Privacy: Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information. 

8. Your Rights and Choices: You have the right to: Access and update your personal information. Opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time. Request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at sandpointrenfaire@gmail.com. 

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy: We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. When we make significant changes, we will post the updated policy on our website and update the effective date at the top of this page. Please review this policy regularly for any changes.

10. Contact Us: If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us at:

Sandpoint Renaissance Association PO Box 2541 Sandpoint, ID 83864