Effective Date: June 18, 2025
FM Pride is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights related to that information.
1. Who We Are
FM Pride is a community-driven organization dedicated to celebrating and advocating for the LGBTQIA2S+ community in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Learn more about our mission and values on our About Page.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect two types of information:
Personal Information
Information you voluntarily provide:
- Your name and contact information when you sign up for newsletters, events, or make donations.
- Demographic details for event registrations (only if necessary and with consent).
- Any personal messages or feedback submitted through contact forms.
Non-Personal Information
Collected automatically through cookies and analytics:
- IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Site usage patterns (pages visited, time on site, clicks).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Communicate with you (e.g., event updates, newsletters, volunteer opportunities).
- Improve the functionality and accessibility of our website.
- Organize and manage FM Pride events and initiatives.
- Comply with any legal obligations.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use standard tracking technologies such as:
- Cookies to remember preferences and enhance user experience.
- Google Analytics or similar tools to understand website performance and visitor behavior.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may impact certain features.
5. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party platforms (e.g., ticketing services, donation processors, email marketing tools) to provide parts of our services. These providers may collect data according to their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
6. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information.
- Ask for correction or deletion of your data.
- Opt out of communications at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us here.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We encourage you to review this page periodically.