Privacy Policy

Introduction

Wellcrafted Foundry ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Wellcrafted Foundry is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging culture and tech through access and proximity. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for events or programs
• Sign up for newsletters or communications
• Contact us through our website forms
• Participate in surveys or feedback
• Apply for mentorship or programs

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, company information, and any other information you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device identifiers

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve our website and services.

Types of Cookies We Use

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our footer or by using the cookie consent banner that appears on your first visit.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services and website
• To process registrations for events and programs
• To communicate with you about our programs, events, and services
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• To send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
• To analyze website usage and improve user experience
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and the rights of our users

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Email service providers
• Analytics and data analysis services
• Event registration and management platforms
• Payment processors (if applicable)

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas).

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

Your Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to your request within 45 days.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.