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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 6/11/2025
Organization: Children’s Smile Foundation
Address: 60-43 Maspeth Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378, USA
Phone: (718) 894-6443
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://childrenssmilefoundation.org

1. Introduction

Children’s Smile Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “the Foundation”) is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal data of users who interact with our website, including visitors who submit inquiries via our contact form at https://childrenssmilefoundation.org/kontakt. By using our website, you consent to the terms outlined below.

2. Definitions

Website – The domain https://childrenssmilefoundation.org, including all of its subpages and functionalities.
Organization / Foundation / We – Refers to the Children’s Smile Foundation and its representatives.
Personal Data – Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, such as name, email, address, IP address, etc.
Cookies – Small text files stored on a user’s device by the website for performance, analytics, or functionality purposes.
Processing – Any operation performed on personal data, such as collection, use, disclosure, storage, or deletion.
Google Analytics – A third-party tool used for tracking and analyzing website traffic, provided by Google LLC.
GDPR – The General Data Protection Regulation, a European Union law granting data protection rights to EU residents.
CCPA – The California Consumer Privacy Act, granting data rights to residents of California.

3. Information We Collect

When you interact with our website or submit information through our contact form, we may collect the following:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Any additional details you include in your message
  • IP address and browser/device type (automatically through analytics tools)

By submitting the contact form, you agree to the following statement:
“I consent to the transfer of my data to the Children’s Smile Foundation for the purpose of contact.”

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Respond to inquiries and messages
  • Communicate with you about our events and activities (if consent is given)
  • Analyze website usage through tracking tools
  • Ensure legal compliance as a nonprofit
  • Improve website performance and functionality

5. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to better understand how users interact with our website. Google Analytics may collect information such as:

  • Your IP address
  • The pages you visit
  • The time spent on the site
  • The device and browser used

Google may use this information as described in its privacy documentation:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

You can opt out of Google Analytics using Google’s browser add-on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

6. Cookies and Tracking

Cookies help us understand user behavior, improve navigation, and personalize experiences. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may impact some website functionality.

7. Information Sharing & Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information with:

  • Our website hosting provider and IT service providers
  • Trusted third-party vendors who assist with email communication or event registration
  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law

All service providers are contractually obligated to keep your data secure and confidential.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that data has been collected from a child, we will delete it promptly.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

Under GDPR (EU residents):
 You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Restrict or object to the processing of your data
  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

Under CCPA (California residents):
 You have the right to:

  • Know what categories of data we collect and how we use it
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise your rights, email [email protected]

10. You Have the Right to Delete or Request That We Assist in Deleting the Personal Data That We Have Collected About You

You can request deletion of your personal data by contacting us via email. We will honor your request unless legal obligations or legitimate interests require us to retain certain data.

11. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these third-party sites. Please review their policies before submitting personal data.

12. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These include encrypted communication, secure hosting, and limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only.

13. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this page periodically.