Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2026
Clean Clams Local Union 1 ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, supporters, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Submit a membership application through our Join page
- Sign up for our mailing list
- Contact us through our contact form
- Attend events and provide registration information
- Make a donation through our Support page
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you choose to provide.
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and access times. This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process membership applications and manage member accounts
- Send union updates, news, and event notifications to mailing list subscribers
- Respond to inquiries and provide member support
- Organize events and manage attendance
- Process donations and provide receipts
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
- With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
- Service providers: With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website and services, subject to confidentiality agreements
- Legal requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- Union operations: Member information may be shared internally for legitimate union operations such as elections, communications, and member services
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of mailing list communications at any time
- Object to certain processing of your information
Mailing List
If you subscribe to our mailing list, you will receive periodic emails about union news, events, and updates. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: info@cleanclamslu1.com
- Phone: (312) 555-CLAM (2526)
- Mail: Clean Clams Local Union 1, 123 Solidarity Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601