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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 13 Feb 2026
Last Updated: 13 Feb 2026

The ADAMS Center (“ADAMS Center,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website (https://www.adamscenter.org) or interact with us online.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in two primary ways: (A) automatically collected information and (B) information you voluntarily provide.

A. Automatically Collected Information (“Access Information”)

When you access our website, certain information is automatically collected by our systems:

  1. Device and Network Information
  • IP address
  • Internet domain
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device identifiers
  1. Usage Information
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Referring website address
  • Time spent on pages
  • Interaction data
  1. Cookie and Tracking Information
  • Cookie identifiers
  • Analytics data
  • Session information

This information is collected through server logs, cookies, and similar technologies.

We do not use automatically collected data to personally identify visitors unless required for security, legal compliance, or fraud prevention.

B. Information You Voluntarily Provide (“Optional Information”)

You may choose to provide personal information when you:

  • Contact us via email
  • Submit forms
  • Make donations
  • Register for events
  • Subscribe to newsletters
  • Respond to surveys

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
  • Any other information you voluntarily submit

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide requested services
  • Process donations and transactions
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Send updates, newsletters, or organizational communications (where permitted)
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Maintain website security
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (If Applicable)

Where applicable under laws such as the GDPR, we process personal data based on:

  • Your consent
  • Performance of a contract (e.g., donation processing)
  • Legitimate organizational interests
  • Compliance with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share information:

  • With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, hosting providers) under confidentiality agreements
  • When required by law, subpoena, or court order
  • To protect the rights, safety, or security of ADAMS Center, our users, or others
  • In the event of a merger, restructuring, or organizational transition

We do not share personal information for commercial marketing by third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes described in this Policy
  • Comply with legal, accounting, and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Security-related logs may be retained for investigative purposes if unauthorized access or attempted breaches occur.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable core website functionality
  • Analyze traffic patterns
  • Improve user experience
  • Remember preferences

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality.

We may use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar services) that collect aggregated usage information.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)
  • Opt out of certain communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We do not sell personal information as defined under CCPA.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

ADAMS Center
Email: nonprod@adamscenter.org
Website: https://www.adamscenter.org