Privacy Policy

Effective date: October 3, 2025

1) Scope

This Privacy Policy explains how DFIO handles information collected through our website dadsfigureitout.org, nomination and contact forms, and related content (collectively, the “Services”). This policy does not cover third-party platforms (e.g., TikTok, Instagram); their practices are governed by their own privacy policies.

2) Information We Collect

Information you provide

• Contact details (e.g., name, email, phone) when you reach out or submit forms.
• Nomination details such as stories, locations, @handles/links, and optional media you choose to share.
• Acknowledgement preferences if you ask to be listed (e.g., name or organization) on our Supporters Wall.

Information collected automatically

• Usage data (e.g., pages viewed, device/browser type, approximate location) via cookies or similar technologies.
• Log data for site operation, security, and troubleshooting.

Information from third parties

• Public social profiles when you include links/handles in a nomination.
• Vendors that provide website hosting, analytics, or form processing.

3) How We Use Information

• To review, coordinate, and communicate regarding nominations and recognitions.
• To operate, maintain, secure, and improve the Services.
• To publish recognition stories and images only with appropriate permissions.
• To provide acknowledgements (e.g., Supporters Wall) when requested or appropriate.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.

4) How We Share Information

• Service providers (e.g., hosting, email, analytics, form tools) under agreements that limit their use to providing services to DFIO.
• Consent-based sharing when you expressly authorize us to publish or share particular content (e.g., recognition stories with photos).
• Legal and safety where required by law or to protect rights, safety, or security.

We do not sell personal information. We do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

5) Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to keep the site secure, remember preferences, and understand aggregate usage. Your browser may allow you to block or delete cookies; some features may not work as intended without them.

• Essential – security, network management, accessibility.
• Functional – preferences like language.
• Analytics – aggregate metrics to improve the site (IP addresses are typically truncated or de-identified).

6) Nominations & Recognitions

• Only submit information you are comfortable sharing with DFIO.
• If a nomination is selected, we will contact the nominee and/or nominator to confirm participation and permissions before any public posting.
• We honor removal or correction requests for published recognition content to the extent feasible—email info@dadsfigureitout.org.

7) Supporters & Acknowledgements

Supporters (people or businesses) may be listed on our Supporters Wall to recognize their contributions of time, expertise, services, or other support. If you wish to update or remove your listing, contact us at info@dadsfigureitout.org.

8) Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or receive a copy of your personal information, or to limit certain processing.

• California (CCPA/CPRA): You may request access, correction, deletion, and information about our disclosures. We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. To exercise rights, email info@dadsfigureitout.org with “California Request” in the subject line.
• EEA/UK (GDPR-style): You may have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to processing, and data portability. Our lawful bases typically include consent (for stories/media), legitimate interests (site operation and security), and legal obligation.

We will verify your request and respond within the timeframe required by applicable law. Authorized agents may submit requests where permitted by law.

Do Not Sell or Share: If you wish to submit a “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” request, email info@dadsfigureitout.org; we currently do not sell or share personal information as defined by California law.

9) Security & Retention

We use reasonable organizational and technical measures to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

10) Children’s Privacy

Our Services are intended for general audiences and are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information, contact info@dadsfigureitout.org and we will take appropriate steps.

11) International Users

If you access the Services from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be processed in the United States where our systems and service providers are located and where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

12) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective date” above reflects the latest version. Material changes will be highlighted on this page.

13) How to Contact Us

Dads Figure It Out Foundation, Inc.
EIN: 39-4653817
Email: info@dadsfigureitout.org

For privacy-specific questions or rights requests, email info@dadsfigureitout.org.