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Privacy Policy

Preservation of the Ancient Arts, Inc.

Preservation of the Ancient Arts, Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “the Organization”) is committed to honoring and protecting the privacy of our supporters, donors, program participants, and all visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your personal data. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

As a nonprofit dedicated to preserving cultural heritage and traditional arts, we approach all data practices with care, transparency, and respect for the communities we serve.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information Personal information includes any data that can identify or contact you.

When you engage with our website, register for programs, subscribe to updates, or make a donation, we may collect:

  • First and last name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Phone number

  • Password (if creating an account)

For certain activities—such as event registration, volunteer applications, or donation processing—we may also request:

  • Gender (optional)

  • Additional contact information

  • Payment information (name on card, card number, billing address, expiration date)

Payment information is used only to process your transaction securely.

We do not collect personal information unless you voluntarily provide it. We also do not collect information posted in discussion areas or community forums unless explicitly submitted to us.

Age Requirement We ask that only individuals age 18 or older provide personal information. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected data from someone under 18, we will delete it promptly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Manage your account or participation in our programs

  • Process donations and send donation receipts

  • Communicate updates, announcements, and opportunities related to our mission

  • Improve our website, services, and outreach efforts

If you no longer wish to receive communications, you may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly. Unsubscribing does not automatically delete your information from backup systems.

We do not sell your personal information to any third parties.

3. Anonymous, Aggregate Data

When you visit our website, our server automatically collects non‑identifiable information such as:

  • IP address

  • Pages viewed

  • Time spent on the site

We may combine this data with information from other users to create anonymous, aggregated statistics. These insights help us:

  • Improve our programs and website

  • Understand audience engagement

  • Conduct research and reporting

This aggregated data does not identify individual users and may be shared with partners, funders, or service providers.

4. When We Share Personal Information

We may share personal information only under the following circumstances:

a. When Required by Law We may disclose information to comply with legal obligations or to protect the rights, safety, and property of the Organization or others.

b. Business or Organizational Transitions If Preservation of the Ancient Arts, Inc. merges with another nonprofit or transfers assets as part of a restructuring, personal information may be included as part of that transition.

c. Program or Event Participation If you register for an event, workshop, or fundraising activity, your contact information may be accessible to the Organization’s staff or volunteers responsible for managing that activity.

We do not share donor information with outside organizations except as required to process transactions or comply with the law.

5. How We Collect Information

Cookies Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience, remember preferences, and analyze site usage. Cookies do not contain personal information unless you provide it. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

IP Addresses We use IP addresses to analyze trends, administer the site, and gather broad demographic information. IP addresses are not linked to personally identifiable information.

6. Security

We use industry‑standard security measures, including encryption, to protect your personal information. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access.

We encourage users to:

  • Use strong passwords

  • Avoid sharing personal information in public forums

  • Contact us if they suspect unauthorized activity

7. Unsubscribing and Communication Preferences

You may opt out of receiving communications from us at any time by:

  • Clicking “unsubscribe” in any email

  • Contacting us directly

Opting out of communications does not delete your data from our systems unless you specifically request deletion, subject to legal and operational requirements.

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