Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Feb 7, 2025
Last Updated: Feb 7, 2025
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Agreement to the Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how Empowerment Through Mindset Foundation (“ETMF,” “ETM Foundation,” “Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects the personal information of users who visit our website, https://etmfoundation.com (the “Website”). By using the Website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Website.
This Privacy Policy is incorporated by reference into our Terms and Conditions.
Information We Collect
When you interact with the Website, you may choose to provide us with personal information. This can happen when you: Fill out forms on the Website (e.g., contact forms, donation forms). Submit feedback or inquiries to us through the Website or contact information provided. Contact us via phone or “Contact” page regarding the Foundation. This personal information may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
When you access and use the Website, we automatically collect certain information about your visit. This information helps us understand Website traffic and usage patterns and improve the Website. This automatically collected information may include:
Personal Information Provided by Users
When you interact with the Website, you may choose to provide us with personal information. This can happen when you: Fill out forms on the Website (e.g., contact forms, donation forms). Submit feedback or inquiries to us through the Website or contact information provided. Contact us via phone or “Contact” page regarding the Foundation. This personal information may include your name, email address, phone number, postal address, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
Automatically Collected Information
When you access and use the Website, we automatically collect certain information about your visit. This information helps us understand Website traffic and usage patterns and improve the Website. This automatically collected information may include:
Log Data
Such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and the dates and times of your visits.
Cookies and Similar Tracking Technologies
We could use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activity on the Website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that enable us to recognize your browser and capture certain information. We may use both session cookies (which expire once you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period). You can control the use of cookies at the browser level. If you choose to disable cookies, it may limit your use of certain features or functions on our Website.
Analytics Services
We could use third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to help us analyze Website traffic and user behavior. These services may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your use of the Website and report website trends to us. You can learn more about Google’s practices by visiting Google Privacy Policy and opt-out of Google Analytics by downloading the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on, available at Google Analytics Opt-out.
Use of Collected Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To Operate and Improve the Website
To ensure the Website functions correctly, to personalize your experience, to monitor and analyze Website usage and trends, and to improve the design, content, and functionality of the Website.
To Respond to Inquiries and Provide Support
To respond to your questions, requests, and feedback, and to provide user support.
For Marketing and Communications (if applicable)
If you have opted in to receive marketing communications, we may use your contact information to send you updates about ETMF programs, initiatives, events, and fundraising opportunities. You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in those communications or by contacting us as described in the "Contact Us" section below.
For Analytics and Research
To analyze user behavior and preferences to understand how users interact with our Website and to improve our services and outreach efforts.
To Protect Against Misuse and Abuse
To detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent, unauthorized, or illegal activity and to protect the security and integrity of the Website.
To Comply with Legal Obligations
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or governmental requests.
AI Assistant - Informational and Navigational Aid (No Data Saving)
The AI assistant on the Website is designed solely to help users learn about ETMF and navigate the Website more effectively. We do not save, store, or retain any user responses or interactions with the AI assistant. Your conversations with the AI assistant are not tracked or recorded by ETMF. The system is designed to save user ratings exclusively when individuals provide feedback on the AI Assistant's performance using the thumbs up or thumbs down icons. This functionality allows for the collection of data specifically on the perceived helpfulness of the AI Assistant.
Data Processing and External Handling
To provide and improve our Website and services, we may use third-party service providers that process data on our behalf. These third-party providers may include: Analytics Providers: Such as Google Analytics (as mentioned above). Form and Survey Providers: Such as Typeform and Google Forms, which we may use to collect data through forms on the Website. Hosting and Infrastructure Providers: That provides the technical infrastructure for our Website. Communication and Marketing Platforms (if applicable): Used for sending emails and managing communications. These third-party providers are contractually obligated to protect your personal information and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them, and in compliance with applicable data privacy laws.
Your personal information may be processed and stored in countries outside of your country of residence, including in the United States. Data processing locations may also be where our third-party service providers operate. By using the Website and providing us with your information, you consent to the transfer of your personal information to these locations. We will take steps to ensure that your personal information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws when transferred to these locations.
We will only share your personal information with third parties in the following limited circumstances:
Third-Party Processing and External Sharing
To provide and improve our Website and services, we may use third-party service providers that process data on our behalf. These third-party providers may include: Analytics Providers: Such as Google Analytics (as mentioned above). Form and Survey Providers: Such as Typeform and Google Forms, which we may use to collect data through forms on the Website. Hosting and Infrastructure Providers: That provides the technical infrastructure for our Website. Communication and Marketing Platforms (if applicable): Used for sending emails and managing communications. These third-party providers are contractually obligated to protect your personal information and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them, and in compliance with applicable data privacy laws.
Location of Data Processing
Your personal information may be processed and stored in countries outside of your country of residence, including in the United States. Data processing locations may also be where our third-party service providers operate. By using the Website and providing us with your information, you consent to the transfer of your personal information to these locations. We will take steps to ensure that your personal information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws when transferred to these locations.
Data Sharing – Limited Circumstances
We will only share your personal information with third parties in the following limited circumstances: With your consent. With our service providers who need access to your information to perform services on our behalf (as described above). To comply with legal obligations, such as responding to subpoenas, court orders, or government requests. To protect the rights and safety of ETMF, our users, or others, including enforcing our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a substantial portion of our assets, in which case your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
User Rights and Choices
You have choices regarding the use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. To do so, follow the instructions provided by your browser (usually located within the “Help,” “Tools” or “Edit” settings). Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of the Website may not function properly.
You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time. You can do this by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any marketing email we send you, or by contacting us using the contact information provided below.
Depending on your jurisdiction and applicable data privacy laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information that we hold, including the right to: Access your personal information. Correct inaccuracies in your personal information. Request deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, or if you have questions about your rights, please contact us on the “Contact” page or at (682)-436-2165. We will consider and respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws. To protect your privacy and security, we may take reasonable steps to verify your identity before fulfilling your request. Please be aware that there may be legal or administrative reasons why we cannot fulfill every request, such as data retention requirements.
Cookie and Tracking Preferences
You have choices regarding the use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. To do so, follow the instructions provided by your browser (usually located within the “Help,” “Tools” or “Edit” settings). Please note that if you disable cookies, some features of the Website may not function properly.
Opt-Out of Marketing Communications (if applicable)
You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time. You can do this by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any marketing email we send you, or by contacting us using the contact information provided below.
Access, Correction, and Deletion (Data Removal Requests)
Depending on your jurisdiction and applicable data privacy laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information that we hold, including the right to: Access your personal information. Correct inaccuracies in your personal information. Request deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, or if you have questions about your rights, please contact us on the “Contact” page or at (682)-436-2165. We will consider and respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws. To protect your privacy and security, we may take reasonable steps to verify your identity before fulfilling your request. Please be aware that there may be legal or administrative reasons why we cannot fulfill every request, such as data retention requirements.
Third-Party Services and Links
As mentioned above, the Website utilizes third-party services like Google Analytics, Typeform, or Google Forms for analytics, form collection, and communication purposes. These services operate independently from ETMF and have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party providers directly on their websites to understand their data practices. ETMF is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.
The Website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by us. These links are provided for your convenience and information. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every website you visit. The inclusion of a link to a third-party website does not constitute an endorsement by ETMF.
Analytics, Forms, and Other Services
As mentioned above, the Website utilizes third-party services like Google Analytics, Typeform, or Google Forms for analytics, form collection, and communication purposes. These services operate independently from ETMF and have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party providers directly on their websites to understand their data practices. ETMF is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services.
External Links
The Website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by us. These links are provided for your convenience and information. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every website you visit. The inclusion of a link to a third-party website does not constitute an endorsement by ETMF.
Data Security
ETMF takes reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We leverage modern web development practices and technologies, including the capabilities of Next.js, to enhance the security of our Website. These measures are designed to safeguard your information and include:
Encryption in Transit
Our Website is served over HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure). This means that all communication between your web browser and our servers is encrypted using SSL/TLS (Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security) protocols. This encryption protects your data while it is being transmitted over the internet, making it significantly harder for unauthorized parties to intercept and read your information as it travels between your device and our servers. Next.js, as a framework built for modern web applications, inherently supports and encourages the use of HTTPS, ensuring this encryption is in place for all website traffic.
Regular Security Practices
We also implement other standard security practices, such as regularly updating our website and monitoring for potential security vulnerabilities.
No Absolute Security
While we strive to protect your personal information using these comprehensive measures, it is important to remember that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, despite our best efforts and the security features inherent in technologies like Next.js and HTTPS, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal information. Any transmission of personal information to us is at your own risk. We are not responsible for circumvention of any privacy settings or security measures contained on the Website, although we will always take reasonable steps to prevent such occurrences.
Image Data and Attribution
The Website incorporates images sourced from Unsplash, a third-party platform providing free public images. Unsplash itself does not collect personal data from users of websites that display their images through their standard embedding or linking methods. However, please be aware of Unsplash’s own privacy policy which you can review on the Unsplash Privacy Policy Page.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. This period may vary depending on the type of information and the purposes for which it is used. For example, we may retain your contact information for as long as you are subscribed to our mailing list or as needed to respond to your inquiries. We may also retain certain information for legal compliance, audit, or record-keeping purposes. When we no longer need to retain your personal information, we will securely dispose of it in accordance with our data retention and disposal policies.
Compliance with Data Privacy Regulations
We will process and protect your data in accordance with relevant legal frameworks.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Website and updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy. In some cases, we may also provide you with additional notice, such as via email or a prominent notice on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy for any updates or changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at, Phone: (682)-436-2165. You may also use our “Contact” Page on the Website and indicate that your query is regarding the Privacy Policy.