Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for QueerAndSober.org
1. Introduction
Welcome to QueerAndSober.org (the "Website"). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website. By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Who We Are
QueerAndSober.org is a platform dedicated to providing resources, support, and a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community, focusing on sobriety and recovery. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
3. What Data We Collect
3.1 Personal Data
When you interact with our Website, we may collect and process the following personal data:
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, or other information you provide when subscribing to newsletters, filling out forms, or contacting us.
Demographic Information: Age, gender, sexual orientation (only when provided voluntarily), and other demographic information.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical data collected automatically when you visit our Website.
Usage Data: Information about how you use our Website, such as pages viewed, links clicked, and time spent on the site.
3.2 Special Categories of Data
We may collect data relating to your sexual orientation or health if you voluntarily provide it (e.g., through surveys or forums). We treat such information with the highest level of sensitivity and care.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
To Provide and Improve Our Services: To deliver content, newsletters, and updates; to manage user accounts; and to improve the user experience.
To Communicate with You: To respond to inquiries, provide support, and send important notices.
To Analyze Website Performance: To understand how users interact with our Website and to improve its design and functionality.
To Comply with Legal Obligations: To fulfill legal obligations, such as responding to legal requests and preventing fraud.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Consent: When you provide us with your personal data, we may process it based on your consent (e.g., subscribing to a newsletter).
Legitimate Interests: We may process your data to further our legitimate interests, such as improving our services and ensuring Website security.
Legal Obligations: We may process your data to comply with legal obligations.
6. How We Share Your Data
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties without your consent, except in the following cases:
Service Providers: We may share data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our Website, such as hosting providers, email services, and analytics providers.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your data when required by law or to protect our legal rights.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
7.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.
7.2 How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
Enhance Website Functionality: Remember your preferences and settings.
Analyze Website Performance: Track usage and interaction to improve the Website.
Deliver Targeted Content: Provide relevant content based on your interests and browsing behavior.
7.3 Types of Cookies We Use
Necessary Cookies: Essential for the operation of the Website.
Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website.
Functional Cookies: Enable personalized content and remember your preferences.
Targeting Cookies: Used for delivering content relevant to your interests.
7.4 Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies using your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
8. Your Data Protection Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data under certain conditions.
Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit the processing of your data under certain conditions.
Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer your data to another organization or directly to you.
Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
Right to Withdraw Consent: If you have provided consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our Website.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: queersoberclub@gmail.com
Postal Address:
Effective Date: 01 August 2024