Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 31, 2024

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Mendo Food Network ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact information and payment details when you make donations
• Communications you send to us
• Any other information you choose to provide
  
  

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Operating system
  
  

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Process your donations
• Send newsletters and communications you've requested
• Improve our website and services
• Analyze website usage and trends
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and enhance security
  
  

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Payment processors (Stripe) to process donations
• Service providers who assist in our operations
• Law enforcement when required by law
  
  

4.1 Payment Processing

All payment information is processed through Stripe. We do not store your complete credit card information on our servers. Please review Stripe's privacy policy for more information about their data handling practices.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Lodge a complaint with relevant authorities
  
  

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. 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.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

9. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights
  
  

10. Contact Us

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

Mendo Food Network
1250 Blosser Lane, Willits CA, 95490
Email: info@mendofood.org
Phone: 707-809-5669

11. International Users

Our website and services are operated in the United States. If you are located outside of the United States, please be aware that any information you provide will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our services or providing us with any information, you consent to this transfer.