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Privacy Policy

Echo Foundation Inc. is committed to respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and share it, and the choices you have.

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1) Information We Collect

We collect information in the following categories:

A. Information you provide directly

  • Contact details (name, email address, phone number, mailing address)

  • Donation and payment details (amount, method; payment processors handle full card/bank data)

  • Account and profile info (if you create an account)

  • Newsletter/event/volunteer sign-up details (interests, availability)

  • Messages and inquiries (content of emails, forms, feedback)

  • Application materials (résumés/CVs if you apply to volunteer or work with us)

B. Information we collect automatically

  • Log and usage data (IP address, device and browser type, pages visited, referring/exit pages, timestamps)

  • Cookies and similar technologies (e.g., to remember preferences and measure traffic)

  • General location derived from IP (city/region level)

C. Information from third parties

  • Donation platforms and payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

  • Email/newsletter services (e.g., Mailchimp)

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Social networks (if you interact with our pages or use social sign-on)

Sensitive data: We do not seek to collect sensitive personal information. Please do not submit health, precise geolocation, or other sensitive data through the Site.

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2) How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our programs

  • Process donations, send receipts, and acknowledge gifts

  • Communicate about events, newsletters, updates, and opportunities

  • Respond to inquiries and provide support

  • Personalize content and understand how our Site is used (analytics)

  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

  • Protect our organization, donors, users, and the public (fraud prevention and security)

Legal bases for EEA/UK visitors: Our processing is based on consent, performance of a contract, legitimate interests (e.g., program administration, Site improvement), and/or compliance with legal obligations.

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3) Sharing and Disclosure

We share information with:

  • Service providers/contractors that help us operate the Site and services (e.g., hosting, analytics, email, payment processing). They may only use your data as instructed and must protect it.

  • Professional advisors (lawyers, auditors) under confidentiality.

  • Authorities or other parties when required by law or to protect rights, safety, or security.

  • Successors in the event of a restructuring of Echo Foundation’s programs or operations.

We do not sell your personal information for money. We also do not “share” personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising as defined by California law. If this changes, we will update this Policy and provide required opt-out mechanisms.

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4) Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to run the Site and understand usage.

  • Essential cookies: required for core functionality.

  • Analytics cookies: help us measure traffic and performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
    You can manage cookies in your browser settings. Some features may not work without certain cookies.

If we use Google Analytics, Google may set its own cookies and collect data per its policies. You can learn about opting out at tools like https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

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5) Donations and Payments

When you make a donation or pay for an event, your payment information is processed by our third-party payment processors (e.g., [Stripe/PayPal/Other]). We do not store full payment card numbers. Please review the processor’s privacy policy for details.

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6) Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy (e.g., accounting and tax records for donations), comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. When no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize information.

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7) Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access (know what we collect and how we use it)

  • Correction (request we fix inaccurate data)

  • Deletion (ask us to delete data, subject to legal limits)

  • Portability (receive a copy in a portable format)

  • Opt-out of marketing communications (unsubscribe links in emails)

  • Consent withdrawal (where processing is based on consent)

California residents (CPRA/CCPA): You may have the rights above plus the right to limit use of sensitive personal information and to be free from discrimination for exercising your rights. We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context advertising.

EEA/UK residents (GDPR): You may also object to processing based on legitimate interests and lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

To exercise any rights, contact us at [privacy@echofoundationinc.com]. We may need to verify your identity.

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8) Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

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9) Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. Please use caution when transmitting information online.

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10) International Transfers

If you access the Site from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the U.S. and other countries, which may have different data protection laws than your country. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses).

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11) Third-Party Links and Features

Our Site may link to third-party websites, services, and social features. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

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12) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective date” at the top indicates when it was last revised. Material changes will be posted on this page and, where required, we will notify you by additional means.

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13) Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Echo Foundation Inc.
19360 Rinaldi Street, #717
Porter Ranch, CA 91326 
Email: theechofoundationinc@gmail.com
 

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