Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

APT Ventures, LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates the Funraiser platform. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website, mobile applications, and services (collectively, the "Platform").

By using the Platform, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, password, and profile information
• Campaign Information: Organization details, campaign descriptions, goals, and images
• Payment Information: Credit card numbers, billing address, and other payment details (processed by our payment processors)
• Transaction Information: Purchase history, donation history, and order details
• Communications: Messages you send through the Platform, customer support inquiries, and feedback

Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Usage Information: Pages visited, features used, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
• Location Information: General location based on IP address
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
• Process transactions and send related information
• Create and manage your account
• Facilitate fundraising campaigns and product orders
• Send promotional communications (with your consent)
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Campaign Organizers

When you make a purchase or donation, we share your name, email address, and transaction details with the campaign organizer so they can fulfill orders, communicate with supporters, and manage their campaign.

With Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, including payment processing, data analysis, email delivery, hosting, and customer service.

For Legal Reasons

We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Payment Processor Disclosures

We use third-party payment processors to process payments made through the Platform. These processors collect and process your payment information according to their own privacy policies. We do not store complete credit card numbers on our servers.

Our payment processors are PCI-DSS compliant and employ industry-standard security measures to protect your payment information.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information about your interactions with the Platform. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use the Platform
• Improve our services and user experience
• Deliver relevant advertising (where applicable)
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Platform.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication mechanisms
• Regular security assessments and audits
• Access controls and employee training

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. The retention period may vary depending on the context and our legal obligations.

When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us at support@funraiser.com.

10. Third-Party Links

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

11. International Transfers

The Platform is operated in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

12. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. Please see our Privacy Choices & Data Rights page for detailed information about your rights and how to exercise them.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on the Platform and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Platform after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

APT Ventures, LLC
Email: support@funraiser.com