Our Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 15, 2025
Advance Atlanta ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit advanceatlanta.com (the "Site").
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Information You Provide to Us
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Newsletter Sign-Up: Your name, email address, and zip code.
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Donations: If you make a donation, we may collect your name, email, address, donation amount, and payment details (processed securely via third-party platforms).
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Contact Forms: Any information you provide when submitting a form or contacting us.
b. Automatically Collected Information
We may collect certain information automatically through tools like Google Analytics:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device type
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Pages visited and time spent on site
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Referring website
This helps us understand how visitors use our Site and improve our content and campaigns.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
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Send newsletters and updates about transit news and advocacy campaigns
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Respond to your inquiries or requests
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Process donations securely and send donation receipts
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Improve our website and outreach efforts
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Monitor usage patterns and prevent misuse of the Site
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist with:
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Email distribution (e.g., Mailchimp, Action Network)
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Donation processing (e.g., ActBlue, Stripe, PayPal)
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Analytics and website optimization (e.g., Google Analytics)
All service providers are required to keep your data secure and only use it for authorized purposes.
Text Messaging opt-in data: We will not share or sell your text messaging opt-in data, consent, or related personal information with any third parties, unless required by law.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. Cookies help us understand how users interact with the site. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
5. Your Choices
You can:
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Unsubscribe from our emails at any time via the link in any message.
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Request or delete your information by contacting us at [Insert Email].
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Adjust your browser settings to limit cookies or tracking.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
7. Links to Other Websites
Our Site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 13.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: