PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 6/24/2026

Brown County Cloverbuds ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors and program participants. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information provided through our website.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information voluntarily submitted through our website contact form, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Parent or guardian contact information
• Questions, comments, or program inquiries
• Other information voluntarily provided through the contact form

Information Collected Automatically

When visitors use our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visits
• Website usage information

How We Use Information

We use information collected through our website to:

• Respond to inquiries
• Provide information about Cloverbuds activities and programs
• Communicate with parents, guardians, volunteers, and participants
• Improve our website and services
• Maintain website security and functionality
• Comply with legal obligations

Children's Privacy

Brown County Cloverbuds is a youth-focused program. We encourage parents and guardians to be involved in their children's online activities.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental involvement. When information regarding a child is submitted through our website, we expect that it is provided by a parent, guardian, educator, or authorized adult.

If a parent or guardian believes that a child has provided personal information through our website without their consent, please contact us and we will take reasonable steps to remove the information.

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and understand how visitors use our website.

We may use analytics tools that collect general information such as:

• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• General geographic region

This information is used in aggregate form to improve website performance and user experience.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Information may be shared with trusted service providers who help operate our website, such as website hosting and technology providers, when necessary to support website functionality.

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety and rights of our participants, volunteers, and organization.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information submitted through our website from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Your Rights

Parents, guardians, and individuals who have submitted information through our website may contact us to:

• Request access to their information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of information, subject to legal or organizational recordkeeping requirements

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy-related request, please contact:

Brown County Cloverbuds

Email: nicole_volk@hotmail.com

Brown County, South Dakota