American Family Center

Privacy Policy

American Family Center, Inc.
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 9, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to the American Family Center, Inc. (“AFC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). AFC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting awareness, support, and resources for family advocacy, domestic violence awareness, and healthy relationships. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you agree to abide by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. We may update these terms periodically. Continued use of our site indicates acceptance of any modifications.

3. Website Use and Restrictions

The website is provided for informational purposes related to AFC’s mission. Users may download or share materials for personal, non-commercial use only. The following actions are prohibited:

  • Modifying, distributing, or selling AFC materials without written consent.
  • Using our site in ways that harm AFC’s reputation or interfere with others’ access.

4. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email, phone number, and mailing address.
  • Demographic Information: Age, gender, etc.
  • Interaction Data: Information about interactions with our website, advertisements, and emails.

5. How We Collect Information

Information is collected through:

  • Forms: Submitted via the website or advertisements (e.g., Google Ads).
  • Cookies: Used to track activity on the website (see the Cookies section below).
  • Direct Communications: Emails or phone contact.
  • Webhooks: Automated data transfers from third-party services.

6. Use of Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide services, including resources and support.
  • Communicate with you (e.g., newsletters, updates).
  • Analyze interactions to improve programs and services.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

7. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your information. Information may be shared with:

  • Service Providers: Third parties that assist us, bound by confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Authorities: As required by law or to protect our rights.

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience.

  • Comments: If you leave a comment, cookies may store your name, email, and website for convenience. These cookies last one year.
  • Login Cookies: Temporary cookies check if your browser accepts cookies. Upon login, cookies last for two days or up to two weeks if “Remember Me” is selected.
  • Editing Cookies: Saved during article editing and expire after one day.

9. Webhook Integration

We utilize webhooks to facilitate real-time data transfer between our website and third-party services, including Google Ads lead forms.

  • User Consent: By submitting information through our lead forms, you consent to the immediate transmission of your data via webhooks to our integrated services.
  • Data Security and Compliance: We ensure that all data transmitted through webhooks is handled securely and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
  • Limitation of Liability: AFC is not liable for errors arising from third-party services.
  • Changes to Integration Services: We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the use of webhooks at any time without prior notice.

10. Data Retention

  • Comments: Stored indefinitely.
  • Registered Users: Can view, edit, or delete personal information, except for usernames.

11. User Rights

You may have rights regarding your data, including:

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites. AFC is not responsible for their content or policies. Users should review third-party policies before engaging with their content.

13. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

14. User Contributions and Comments

By submitting feedback or comments, you grant AFC the right to use your input without compensation. Comments must not contain illegal, defamatory, or offensive content. We may edit or remove comments at our discretion.

15. Advertising Features

We use Google Ads features, including:

  • Customer Match: Uses user-provided information for relevant advertising across Google platforms.
  • Smart Bidding & Optimized Targeting: Optimizes ad campaigns based on user interactions.
  • Conversion Tracking: Tracks interactions to measure ad effectiveness.

16. Donor Privacy

We respect donor privacy.

  • Information Collected: Contact details, donation history, and preferences.
  • Use of Information: Processing donations, communication, and reporting.
  • Sharing: Limited to service providers or legal requirements.
  • Donor Rights: Access, correction, deletion, and anonymous giving.

17. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. If such data is identified, it will be deleted.

18. International Users

Our website is operated in the U.S. Users outside the U.S. are responsible for compliance with local laws.

19. Governing Law

These terms are governed by Massachusetts law. Disputes are subject to its courts.

20. Limitation of Liability

The website and its content are provided “as is” without warranties. AFC is not liable for losses or damages from website use, except as required by law.

21. Severability

If any term is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining terms will continue in full force.

22. Entire Agreement

These terms constitute the full agreement between you and AFC regarding website use.

23. Contact Information

For inquiries about this policy, contact:
American Family Center, Inc.
Email: contact@americanfamilycenter.org

We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and transparently.