Privacy Policy for Oran Mor Pipe Band
Oran Mor Pipe Band (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, transfer, and protect your personal data when you visit our website (oranmorpipeband.com), engage with our services, or otherwise interact with us. We are fully committed to protecting your data in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as well as other applicable privacy laws and regulations.
1. Commitment to Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is a priority for us. We are dedicated to handling your personal data transparently, responsibly, and in accordance with applicable laws. We only collect and use your personal information for legitimate purposes, and we strive to ensure the security and confidentiality of all personal data we collect, store, or process.
2. Scope of Policy and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors and users of oranmorpipeband.com and any services offered through the website. For purposes of applicable data protection laws, Oran Mor Pipe Band is the data controller of your personal data. As the data controller, we determine the purposes and means by which your personal data are processed.
If you have any questions regarding this policy or your data, you may contact us at [email protected].
3. Categories of Data We Process
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a. Usage Data
Includes technical information about how you use our website, such as Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, date and time of your visit, pages viewed, time spent on pages, referral source, and device identifiers.
b. Account Data
When you create an account or register on oranmorpipeband.com, we collect identifying information such as your full name, billing and/or shipping address, email address, and telephone number.
c. Profile Data
Includes your interests, event participation, preferences, browsing behavior on the website, purchase history, and your responses to surveys or promotions.
d. Communication Data
Includes your correspondence with us, such as support requests, customer service interactions, feedback provided through online forms, and communication history via email or the website.
e. Technical Data
Includes device information such as the operating system, device type, screen resolution, language settings, system configurations, login credentials, error reports, and diagnostics.
f. Transaction Data
Includes payment details (processed via third-party providers), order history, shipping information, and information necessary to complete financial transactions.
g. Preference Data
Includes your marketing and communication preferences, opt-in/opt-out choices, and expressed interest in specific events, services, or merchandise.
4. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data
We process your personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently under the following legal grounds:
– Consent: Where required, we obtain your explicit consent for the collection and processing of your personal data.
– Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you or to take steps at your request before entering such a contract.
– Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate interests—including website functionality, communication responsiveness, and analytics—provided these do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
– Legal Obligation: Where processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject.
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights under GDPR and, where applicable, under the CCPA and other legal frameworks:
– Right of Access: You may request access to personal data we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
– Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to retention requirements.
– Right to Restriction: You may request a restriction on the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.
– Right to Data Portability: You may request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
– Right to Object: Where data is processed based on legitimate interests or direct marketing, you may object to such processing.
– Right to Opt-Out of Sale (CCPA): California residents may opt out of the “sale” of personal data, as defined under the CCPA.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We may request identity verification before processing your request.
6. Security Measures
We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or alteration. Measures include, but are not limited to:
– SSL encryption for data transmission
– Role-based access controls
– Regular data backups
– Secure data storage practices
– Staff training in data privacy and security
7. International Transfers
Your personal information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside your country of residence, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection. Where applicable, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, and compliance with legal requirements governing such transfers.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, contractual, or auditing requirements. Specific retention periods include:
– Account and transaction data: Retained for a minimum of 6 years for tax and legal purposes
– Communication logs: Retained for up to 2 years from the date of last interaction
– Marketing preferences: Maintained until you opt-out or request deletion
– Analytical data: Retained no longer than 26 months
Upon expiration of the applicable retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Cookie Policy
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on oranmorpipeband.com. Cookies serve various purposes:
– Essential Cookies: Required for the functioning of the website, such as authentication and session management.
– Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced features like remembering preferences and settings.
– Performance and Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site usage and improve performance.
– Marketing Cookies: Assist in displaying personalized content and advertising based on browsing history.
10. Cookie Management and Compliance with GDPR & CCPA
Upon your first visit to oranmorpipeband.com, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You may choose to accept or decline categories of cookies in accordance with your preferences. You may also manage or withdraw your consent at any time through the cookie settings page or through your browser configuration.
Under GDPR and CCPA, we honor requests to opt out of non-essential and marketing cookies. Additionally, “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” requests under CCPA are respected through cookie-based UI controls or direct email requests to [email protected].
11. Children’s Privacy
Oran Mor Pipe Band does not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without verified parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete such information. Parents or guardians who believe that we may have collected data from a minor should contact us at [email protected].
12. Policy Updates and User Notification
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal obligations or in the operation of oranmorpipeband.com. Users will be informed of material changes via notices on the website or through direct communication methods where appropriate. Please review this policy periodically for updates.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please reach out to us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://oranmorpipeband.com
We are committed to ensuring your privacy rights are protected and will respond to all legitimate requests in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
This Privacy Policy reflects our ongoing commitment to compliance with data protection regulations and best practices. If you have any concerns regarding the handling of your personal data, we encourage you to contact us directly.