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Privacy Policy

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Account USA ("we," "our," or "us") is a non-profit public charity organization committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our donors, volunteers, program participants, website visitors, and other supporters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information in accordance with applicable laws and best practices.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

 

a. Personal Information

Information that can identify you directly or indirectly, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Phone number

  • Donation and payment information

  • Employer or organizational affiliation (if provided)

  • Any other information you voluntarily provide

b. Non-Personal Information

Information that does not directly identify you, such as:

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • IP address

  • Pages visited and time spent on our website

  • Referring website or links

c. Sensitive Information

Account USA does not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (such as Social Security numbers, government-issued IDs, or health information) unless required by law or explicitly provided for a lawful purpose.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for purposes including:

  • Processing donations and issuing tax receipts

  • Communicating about programs, events, and updates

  • Responding to inquiries and requests

  • Managing volunteer or program participation

  • Improving our website, services, and outreach

  • Complying with legal, accounting, and regulatory obligations

 

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who perform services on our behalf (e.g., payment processors, email platforms), subject to confidentiality obligations.

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, court order, or governmental request.

  • Organizational Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Account USA, its supporters, or the public.

 

4. Donations and Payment Processing

Online donations may be processed through third-party payment processors. Account USA does not store full credit card or banking information. Payment processors are responsible for handling your payment information securely in accordance with their own privacy policies.

 

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Enhance user experience

  • Analyze website traffic and usage

  • Remember user preferences

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used.

 

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

 

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

 

8. Your Rights and Choices

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

  • Access, update, or correct your personal information

  • Request deletion of your personal data

  • Opt out of receiving non-essential communications

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

 

9. Children’s Privacy

Account USA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

 

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

 

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

 

12. Contact Us

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

Account USA
Email: zack.ausa2601@accountusa.org

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