Privacy Policy

The Spare Change Organization (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices when you use our website, community forum, or newsletter.

1. Information we collect

We collect the following information when you use the Services:

• Account information: email address, display name, and any optional profile information you provide.
• Forum content: posts, replies, and any other content you submit to the community forum.
• Newsletter information: email address when you subscribe to our newsletter.
• Technical data: basic device and browser information such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited, collected automatically through our hosting and analytics tools.

2. How we use information

We use the information we collect to:

• create and manage your account;
• operate and moderate the community forum;
• send newsletters and event invitations you signed up for;
• improve the Services and understand how students use them;
• respond to your questions and keep the community safe.

3. How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. We only share information with trusted service providers who help us run the Services (such as hosting and authentication providers), when required by law, or to protect the safety of our community.

4. Data security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to choose a strong password and keep your account credentials safe.

5. Cookies and tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in and to understand how the Services are used. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Children’s privacy

The Services are intended for students age 13 and older. 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 so we can delete it.

7. Your choices

You can:

• update your display name or other profile information from your account page;
• unsubscribe from newsletters using the link at the bottom of any email;
• delete your account by contacting us or through the account settings page;
• request access to or deletion of your personal information by contacting us.

8. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version and revise the “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Services after changes means you accept the updated policy.

9. Contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out through our Contact page.