Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

This Privacy Policy is available online at: https://transpowerproject.org/privacy-policy

This Privacy Policy describes how TransPowerProject.org ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or otherwise interact with us. We are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our transgender community members and allies.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information, always with your consent and with respect for your privacy and safety:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, pronouns, and other contact information when you voluntarily provide it to us.
• Demographic Information: Information about your identity, experiences, and needs to help us better serve the transgender community (always optional).
• Usage Information: Information about how you use our website and services, including browsing activity, pages visited, and features used.
• Device Information: Information about the device you use to access our services, including device type, operating system, and browser type.
• Location Information: General location information based on your IP address to help us connect you with local resources.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to support and empower the transgender community by:

• Providing advocacy services, resources, and support programs
• Connecting you with local transgender-friendly services and resources
• Processing donations and sending related information
• Responding to your comments, questions, and requests for assistance
• Sending you updates about transgender rights, advocacy campaigns, and community events
• Improving our services and developing new programs to meet community needs
• Monitoring and analyzing trends to better understand the needs of the transgender community
• Protecting the safety and security of our community members
• Complying with legal obligations while protecting your privacy

Information Sharing

We understand the importance of confidentiality for transgender individuals. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With trusted service providers who perform services on our behalf and have committed to protecting your privacy
• With your explicit consent for specific purposes (such as connecting you with resources)
• To comply with legal obligations, but only when required by law
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of our community members or others in emergency situations
• In connection with a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition, with privacy protections maintained

We absolutely do not sell your personal information to third parties. Your privacy and safety are our top priorities.

Your Rights

We respect your autonomy and rights regarding your personal information. Depending on your location, you may have certain rights including:

• The right to access the personal information we have about you
• The right to request correction of inaccurate information
• The right to request deletion of your information
• The right to opt-out of certain data sharing practices
• The right to data portability (receiving your data in a portable format)
• The right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe while taking appropriate steps to verify your identity.

Special Protections for Transgender Community

We understand the unique privacy and safety concerns of transgender individuals. We implement additional protections including:

• Enhanced security measures to protect sensitive information
• Staff training on transgender privacy and confidentiality issues
• Protocols to protect chosen names and pronouns
• Secure communication channels for sensitive discussions
• Safe referral processes to transgender-friendly service providers

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and to provide a better user experience. Cookies are small data files that may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our service.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and restricted access to personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

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