Privacy Policy
Welcome to Tahoe Lead Removal Project, LLC (“we”, “our”, or “us”). We respect the privacy of our users and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy will inform you about how we handle your personal data, your privacy rights, and how the law protects you. This policy applies to all personal data we process from our website visitors, supporters, and participants (collectively referred to as "Users").
User Rights and Consent
- User Consent: By engaging with us, Users consent to the processing of their data as outlined in this policy.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Users can opt out or withdraw consent at any time by contacting us, with the understanding that certain historical data uses (such as petition support) may remain valid.
Under certain circumstances, you have the following rights under data protection laws in relation to your personal data:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of your personal data
- Request erasure of your personal data
- Object to processing of your personal data
- Request restriction of processing your personal data
- Request transfer of your personal data
Data Controller
Tahoe Lead Removal Project, LLC, based in California, is the controller of your personal data. We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with applicable laws.
Data Collection and Use
- Data Collection Methods: We collect personal data through various methods, including Typeforms, surveys, emails for event registrations, and petitions. This information may include, but is not limited to, names, addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, and personal answers to questions.
- Purpose of Data Use:
- Event Participation and Updates: To manage event participation, send progress updates, and engage with our community.
- Petitions: Personal data gathered via petitions may be shared to demonstrate support for our environmental efforts. Users have the right to withdraw their support, understanding that the impact of their initial support may persist.
- Email Communication: For sending newsletters, updates about our progress, and information about future events.
- Donations: Processing donations and managing interactions with our donors.
- More generally
- To provide and maintain our service
- To notify you about changes to our service
- To provide customer support
- To gather analysis or valuable information so that we can improve our service
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues.
International Data Processing
- While our primary operations are in California and Nevada, we work with international web developers and designers, primarily based in Denmark. This decision was strategic, as Denmark is home to some of the world's most talented designers as evident by this website. We maintain strict rules regarding collaboration and data handling with these international partners, and limit their access.
Data Sharing and Third-Party Partnerships
- We may share data with government agencies to show support for our environmental initiatives. However, we do not sell data to advertisers or third parties. Any attempt to do so is a breach of this policy, actionable by law.
- We may disclose your personal data to third parties under the following circumstances:
- For the purpose of providing our services
- If we believe disclosure is necessary to comply with legal obligations
- To protect and defend our rights or property
- With your consent
Data Storage, Security, and Retention
- Storage and Security: Personal data is stored securely, following industry best practices to prevent unauthorized access.
- Data Retention: We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy.
Incident Response
- We have a plan in place for responding to data breaches or security incidents to ensure prompt and effective handling.
Contact Information
- Address: 2261 Market Street STE 5543, San Francisco, CA 94114
- Phone: 415 650 LEAD
- Contact for Privacy Inquiries: Users with concerns or questions about their data can contact us at the provided address or phone number.
Updates to the Policy
- We may periodically update this policy. Users are encouraged to review it regularly for any changes.
Compliance with Laws
- We comply with applicable laws and regulations related to data protection and privacy in California and Nevada.
Final Provisions
- This policy is designed to be clear and understandable to ensure our Users are informed about their data rights and our data processing practices.