Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 25 2025

The Fosterd Project (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your information when you interact with our website [insert website URL], make donations, purchase merchandise, or participate in our events and community activities.

By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website.

1. Information We Collect

When you interact with The Fosterd Project, we may collect:

Personal Information: Your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and other information you provide when signing up for newsletters, making donations, purchasing merchandise, or registering for events.
Payment Information: For donations and merchandise purchases, payment details are processed securely through trusted third-party payment processors. We do not store full credit card or banking information.
Non-Personal Information: Information such as IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and usage patterns collected through cookies, analytics, and other tracking tools.
Event Participation Information: If you register or attend events, we may collect details relevant to your registration and participation (e.g., attendance, dietary preferences if meals are provided).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process donations and merchandise purchases.
Provide updates, newsletters, and media content related to our mission.
Organize and communicate about events, workshops, and community gatherings.
Recognize and thank donors, partners, and supporters (with your consent where required).
Improve our website, media, and community programs.
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information with:

Service Providers: Third-party vendors such as payment processors, event management platforms, email services, and website hosting providers who help us operate our project.
Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government request.
Project Growth: In the event of partnerships, sponsorships, or restructuring, your information may be shared only as necessary and always in line with this Privacy Policy.

4. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Analyze website traffic and improve functionality.
Personalize your experience with our media content.
Track donations, purchases, and engagement with our campaigns.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of our website may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. While we strive to safeguard your data, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Your Rights

Depending on where you live (including rights under GDPR, CCPA, and PIPEDA), you may have the right to:

Access, update, or correct the personal information we hold about you.
Request deletion of your data.
Withdraw consent to receive newsletters or promotional communications.
Object to or restrict certain data uses.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].

7. Third-Party Links & Media

Our website and media may link to third-party platforms (such as podcast hosts, video platforms, or donation processors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their policies before sharing personal information.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Fosterd Project does not knowingly collect information from children under 13 (or under the age of majority in your jurisdiction). If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete it.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

FOSTERD
Email: thefosterdproject@gmail.com