Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Fort Wood Masjid ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website fortwoodmasjid.com, use our services, or interact with us.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

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

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Donation information and payment details
• Communication preferences
• Information you provide in forms, surveys, or correspondence

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process donations and maintain donation records
• Communicate with you about our programs, events, and services
• Send receipts, newsletters, and updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
• Maintain records for our non-profit operations

4. Sharing Your Information

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

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us with payment processing, email communication, website hosting, and other services (subject to confidentiality agreements)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information

5. Donation Information

If you make a donation through our website, we collect information necessary to process your contribution, including payment information. We use secure third-party payment processors to handle financial transactions. We maintain records of donations for tax-receipt purposes and internal accounting in compliance with IRS regulations.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but this may limit your ability to use some features of our website.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Opt out of receiving marketing communications
• Disable cookies through your browser settings
• Request information about what personal data we hold about you

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@fortwoodmasjid.com or (646) 975-8365.

11. Email Communications

If you provide your email address, we may send you newsletters, updates, and information about our programs and events. You can unsubscribe from these communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.

12. Data Retention

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

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

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

Fort Wood Masjid
209 N Lynn St
Waynesville, MO 65583
Email: info@fortwoodmasjid.com
Phone: (646) 975-8365

15. Consent

By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.