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Privacy Policy

Website © 2024 The Next IT Girl Inc. Last updated: December 2024

The Next IT Girl Inc. The Next IT Girl the Organization understands the importance of protecting your privacy. We want to make sure that you understand what type of information is gathered and tracked, and how the information is used and with whom the information is shared. This privacy policy  describes how We collect and use information about Our online visitors and what choices you have regarding Our use of your information.

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through your communications with the Organization, whether electronic, written, or oral. By accessing Our Site, you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

If you have a concern or question about this Privacy Policy, about privacy at the Site, or to inquire about any Personal Information (defined below) you provided us, please send an email with your question or concern to info@thenextitgirl.org.

By visiting this website or using Our mobile application (the “Site”), you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

What Information Do We Collect?

The Organization collects both Personal Information and Non-Personal Information about our users.

Personal Information:
Personal Information is any information that identifies you as an individual or is linked or linkable to you as an individual. This includes information such as your name, email address, mailing address, telephone number, date of birth, demographic information, and certain financial information. We may collect this information directly from you when you provide it voluntarily, such as through forms, donations, surveys, or online transactions. We may also collect this information from publicly available sources, such as social media profiles, to the extent permitted by law.

If you make a donation through Our website, we may collect certain financial information from you, such as your credit card number, expiration date, and security code. We may also collect your billing address and bank account details for recurring donations. This information is necessary to process your donations securely and efficiently.

If you would like more information about what Personal Information we collect, would like us to stop using your Personal Information, or simply wish to unsubscribe from our mailing list, please contact us at info@thenextitgirl.org.

Please note that we do not intentionally request or collect Personal Information from, or direct this Site to, people under 13 years old or people outside of the United States of America. If you believe that you have (or if you are a parent/guardian of a minor and believe that your child has) submitted Personal Information to the Organization without your consent and you would like this information restricted or removed, please contact us at the email address noted above.

Non-Personal Information:

“Non-Personal Information” is information that does not identify you as an individual, such as website usage data, browser type, device type, IP address, clickstream data, and referral URLs. We collect this information automatically using “cookies” and other technologies that operate automatically when you visit our website or use our online services. We use this information to give our Site visitors and users a more relevant experience and to help us make technical improvements. If you do not want us to collect information using cookies, you can disable this function in your browser. If you block cookies from us, however, you may not be able to see personalized content and our website may not function optimally. You can stop collection of information by mobile applications easily by uninstalling the application or adjusting your privacy settings on your mobile device.

The types of cookies the website may use include:

  • Essential cookies, which are required for basic site functionality;
  • Analytics cookies, which help us understand how visitors interact with our website;
  • Preference cookies, which enable the website to remember your preferences; and
  • Marketing cookies, which are used to track visitors across websites

You can control cookies through your browser settings and other tools. However, if you block certain cookies, you may not be able to register, login, or access certain parts or make full use of the website. If you do not want us to collect information using cookies, you can disable this function in your browser. You can stop collection of information by mobile applications easily by uninstalling the application or adjusting your privacy settings on your mobile device.

We use both Personal and Non-Personal Information in support of the Organization’s mission. Uses may include monitoring traffic and content on the Site, contacting users of the Site about various programs and activities, facilitating educational, training, and volunteer opportunities for users of the Site, and requesting and facilitating donations.

We may also disclose Personal and Non-Personal Information that we collect or you provide as described in this Privacy Policy:

  • To our subsidiaries and affiliates.
  • To contractors, service providers, and other third parties we use to support the Organization and its mission.
  • With analytics and search engine providers that assist us in the improvement and optimization of our services.
  • With trusted third-party companies and individuals, including financial institutions and processing service providers.
  • With other non-profits.
  • For any other purpose expressly disclosed by Us when you provide the information.
  • With your consent.

We work with third parties to provide credit card, bank, payment and information processing services and order fulfillment services with their own applicable privacy policies. For instance, if you choose to make a donation online, we will share your personal information with our processing service providers.

We also partner with specialized third-party service providers to store and protect your Personal Information. These providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data in accordance with industry standards and applicable laws. While we carefully select these partners and monitor their compliance, you acknowledge that we cannot guarantee the security measures of third parties and share your information with them at your own risk.

The Next IT Girl is committed to protecting the Personal Information gathered from users in the operation of this website and implements reasonable security measures to maintain the security, integrity, and privacy of any information collected. Although We employ reasonable measures in connection with the collection, storage, and disclosure of information through the website, you should be aware that the confidentiality of any

communication or material transmitted to/from The Next IT Girl through this website or by e-mail cannot be guaranteed. It is your responsibility to secure your credentials such as log-in ID and password. By submitting your information to The Next IT Girl you consent to the practices described herein.

We retain Personal Information for as long as needed or permitted in light of the purpose(s) for which it was obtained and consistent with applicable law. The criteria used to determine our retention periods include:

  • The length of time we have an ongoing relationship with you;
  • Whether there is a legal obligation to which we are subject; and
  • Whether retention is advisable in light of our legal position (such as in regard to applicable statutes of limitations, litigation or regulatory investigations).

In the event of a data breach that compromises your Personal Information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by applicable law. We will provide this notification without undue delay, including information about the nature of the breach and steps we are taking to address it.

We sometimes provide links to third-party websites, such as affiliates, trusted third parties, other non-profits, and payment providers, whose privacy practices may be different from the Organization’s. This Privacy Policy does not address, and we are not responsible for, the privacy, information, or other practices of any third parties. You understand and agree that your use of such third-party sites will be governed by the applicable terms of use and privacy policies of those sites and not by this Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for the content or policies of third-party websites or for acts or omissions of third parties. Please check with these third-party organizations or companies for their specific privacy policies.

California residents may have additional rights regarding their personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These rights include:

  • The right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used and shared;
  • The right to delete personal information collected from them;
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of their personal information; and
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising their CCPA rights.

Our services are hosted in and managed from the United States. If you are a user from the European Union, or any other region with laws governing data collection and use that may differ from U.S. law, please note that you are transferring your personal data to the United States. By providing your personal information, you consent to that transfer.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how We handle your information, please contact Us at info@thenextitgirl.org.