Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 13, 2025

Welcome to Bugle Library of Things ("BLoT," "we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, https://buglelibraryofthings.org (the "Website"). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1.1. Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information ("Personal Information") that you provide to us when you:

• Sign up for our newsletter

• Contact us via email or our contact form

• Participate in surveys or other Website features

This information may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Any other information you choose to share

1.2. Non-Personal Information

We automatically collect non-personally identifiable information ("Non-Personal Information") about your interactions with the Website, including:

• Browser type and version

• IP address

• Pages visited and time spent on the Website

• Referring website addresses

We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze this data to improve the user experience on our Website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1. To Operate and Improve the Website

• Provide and manage access to the Website

• Analyze usage trends and improve the Website’s functionality

2.2. To Communicate with You

• Respond to inquiries or requests submitted via our contact forms

• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)

2.3. To Ensure Security

• Monitor and protect against unauthorized access or activity

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your Personal Information to third parties. However, we may share your information as follows:

3.1. Service Providers

We use third-party services to help operate our Website and provide functionality, including:

• Framer: For Website design and hosting

• Gmail: For email communication

• Google Analytics: For tracking and analyzing Website performance

These service providers may have access to your information as necessary to perform their functions but are not permitted to use it for other purposes.

3.2. Legal Obligations

We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance your browsing experience

• Understand how you use the Website

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Website.

5. Data Retention

We retain your Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your Personal Information:

• The right to access and receive a copy of your Personal Information

• The right to correct or delete your Personal Information

• The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise your rights, please contact us at buglelibraryofthings@gmail.com.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your Personal Information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. However, no security measures are completely foolproof.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review the privacy policies of third-party websites before providing any information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Bugle Library of Things
Email: buglelibraryofthings@gmail.com
Website: https://buglelibraryofthings.org

Thank you for trusting Bugle Library of Things. Your privacy is important to us.