Effective Date: 2025
Autism Destigma (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.autismdestigma.org or interact with our social media platforms. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. On Our Website:
Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, donation details, and other information you provide voluntarily (e.g., signing up for newsletters, events, or resources).
Non-Personal Data: Browser type, IP address, device information, cookies, and usage data collected via tools like Google Analytics.
b. On Social Media:
Information you publicly share when interacting with our accounts (e.g., comments, likes, messages).
Analytics provided by platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter (e.g., demographics, engagement metrics).
2. How We Use Your Information
To communicate with you (e.g., respond to inquiries, send newsletters).
To process donations and provide receipts.
To improve our website, programs, and services.
To analyze trends and engagement on social media.
To comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing Your Information
Third-Party Service Providers: We share data with trusted partners (e.g., payment processors, email services) only to fulfill our mission.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights.
Social Media: Content you post publicly on our social media may be visible to other users per the platform’s policies.
We never sell your personal information.
4. Data Security
We implement safeguards (e.g., SSL encryption, secure servers) to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
5. Your Rights
Access/Correction: Request a copy of your data or ask us to update it.
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from emails or request to stop communications.
Deletion: Ask us to delete your personal data (subject to legal requirements).
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@autismdesigma.org
6. Social Media Interactions
Content you post on our social media pages (e.g., comments, photos) is public and governed by the platform’s privacy policies.
We may use publicly shared content (e.g., testimonials) for awareness campaigns, with your consent.
7. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 (or 16 under GDPR). Parents/guardians: Contact us if your child has shared information without consent.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website or social media may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Changes will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this policy, contact:
Email: info@autismdestigma.org
Address: 40 Ledgecrest Terrace, Manchester, CT, United States, Connecticut
Social Media-Specific Notes
Platform Policies: Your interactions with our social media accounts are also subject to the privacy policies of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
Analytics: We use aggregated social media data (e.g., likes, shares) to improve engagement and outreach.