Collin County Republican Men's Club

Privacy Policy

  1. Introduction
    • Welcome: Welcome to CCRMC.org, the official website of the Collin County Republican Men’s Club (i.e., “CCRMC”).
    • Purpose: Your right to privacy online is important and this Privacy Policy is to inform club members, donors, and web site visitors about the collection, use, and protection of their personal data.
    • Scope: This policy applies to all activities where personal data is collected by the club. You do not have to identify yourself or divulge personal information unless you choose to give us your personal information. We ask that children under 18 do not submit their information: In accordance with the Federal Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA). CCRMC.org does not knowingly collect information from children.
  2. Data Collection
    • Types of Data Collected:
    ◦ Email
    ◦ Name
    ◦ Address
    ◦ Mobile Phone Number
    ◦ Other information as needed to provide effective communication with you and provide services to you
    We collect only the minimal personal data needed in compliance with data privacy best practices.
    • Methods of Collection: Data is collected through membership forms, event registrations, financial transactions, or direct communications.
  3. Use of Data and Data Sharing
    • Purpose:
    ◦ We use data we collect to contact members, donors, or supporters about events, services, or updates related to the club’s activities. We may also use data we collect for administrative purposes like managing membership or sending communications about club activities.
    ◦ We personalize our Web site, email, and text messaging communications. When you offer your personal information and/or choose to participate in our volunteer efforts, we may use your information to personalize and customize Web pages, emails, and/or text messages from CCRMC.org to you.
    ◦ We will not sell your personal information. Under no circumstances will the CCRMC sell your information to third parties or any commercial entities. We will not share your information with other organizations except to perform activities that you authorize.
    • Consent: When providing data to CCRMC, individuals consent to its use for the stated purposes. When registering with CCRMC.org, donating, signing a petition, participating in a survey, or submitting information for volunteer opportunities, please know that you are opting to receive our emails by providing your email address. All signups for email communications and other features of our Web site are voluntary. We give you the opportunity to opt-in and we give you the power to opt-out of email communications. Should you wish to opt-out, an unsubscribe link is included in every email. If your link is not working properly, or you wish to communicate your desire to opt-out directly to us, please contact our Web Master directly to complete your opt-out.
  4. Data Security
    • Secure Data Transmission: We ensure the security of data transmission through the use of SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption. This means that data sent between your browser and our server is encrypted, protecting it from interception by third parties. CCRMC.org uses a secured/encrypted server for online credit card or other monetary transactions. CCRMC has put in place appropriate physical, electronic and managerial procedures to prevent unauthorized access. No data transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed as 100% secure. As a result, while we strive to protect your information, we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information you transmit to us or receive from us.
    • Data Storage: Personal information is stored securely within a database managed by WordPress. WordPress itself adheres to security best practices and we keep WordPress and all plugins updated to the latest secure versions to patch vulnerabilities.
    • Network Security:
    ◦ Network Firewall: Our server is protected by a robust network firewall that filters out unauthorized access attempts.
    ◦ Application Firewall: Additionally, we have an Application Firewall specifically designed to protect WordPress from common web-based attacks, ensuring that your data is safeguarded against threats like SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other application layer attacks.
    • Access Control:
    ◦ Need-to-Know Basis: Access to your personal data is strictly limited to only those within our organization who need it to perform their job responsibilities. This policy minimizes the risk of unauthorized access and misuse of data.
    ◦ Authentication Measures: We employ strong authentication measures for those who have access, including password policies that mandate complex, regularly changed passwords.
    • Physical Security: The servers where your data is stored are housed in facilities with physical security measures to prevent unauthorized access to the hardware itself.
  5. Data Subject Rights
    • When engaging CCRMC and providing data to us, you are protected by the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA) which covers:
    ◦ Right to access their data
    ◦ Right to correct inaccuracies
    ◦ Right to delete their data
    ◦ Right to data portability
    • Individuals can learn how to exercise those rights rights by accessing: https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumer-protection/file-consumer-complaint/consumer-privacy-rights/texas-data-privacy-and-security-act
  6. Policy Updates
    • Changes: We reserve the right to change this Policy. When it is updated, members will be notified of changes, ensuring they have the latest information.
  7. Data Privacy Contact Information
    • If you have any data privacy inquiries or concerns with respect to CCRMC, please navigate to the Contact Us page and submit your inquiry.