Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

1. Who We Are

Connect the Valley (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a nonprofit coalition. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, www.connectvalley.org.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate our website and support our mission.

a. Information You Voluntarily Provide
This may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Organization or affiliation
  • Any information you submit through contact forms, sign-ups, or emails

This information is used only as described below in Section 3. How We Use Information.

b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of access

This information is used only for basic analytics and website performance.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Communicate with coalition members, partners, or supporters
  • Respond to questions or requests
  • Improve website functionality and accessibility
  • Monitor website usage and prevent misuse

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

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Understand how visitors use the site
  • Improve content and performance

You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Doing so may affect some site functionality.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or share personal information for commercial purposes.

If we share information, it would be only:

  • With trusted service providers that help us operate the website (such as email or hosting services)
  • If required by law or legal process
  • To protect the rights, safety, or security of the coalition or others

6. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we have about you
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate personal information

We do not sell or share personal information, so there is no need to opt out of sale or sharing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@connectvalley.org.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical steps to protect personal information. However, no website or system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. External Links

Our website may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at info@connectvalley.org.