Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 12, 2025

1. Introduction
Criterion Institute ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, donors, and supporters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [criterioninstitute.org], and your choices regarding your information.  

2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
• Personal Information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, mailing addresses, and other contact details.
• Non-Personal Information: IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, and other technical data.
• Donation Information: Payment details, donation amounts, and transaction history.  

3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
• To process donations and provide receipts.
• To communicate with you about our programs, events, and fundraising campaigns.
• To improve our website and services.
• To comply with legal obligations.  

4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except as described below:
• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.  

5. Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.  

6. Your Choices
You have the following rights regarding your information:
• Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information.
• Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving our communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.  

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website. Your continued use of the website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms.  

8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Criterion Institute
81 Church Hill Rd
Haddam, CT 06438
info@criterioninstitute.org
+1-860-345-3520