Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 06/17/2026

Protect the Paluxy Valley, Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.

This policy is designed to comply with applicable laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Donation and transaction details

  • Messages or inquiries

B. Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address

  • Browser and device information

  • Pages visited and usage data

  • Cookies and tracking technologies

C. Sensitive Data
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data.

2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent (e.g., newsletters, cookies)

  • Contractual necessity (donations, ticket purchases)

  • Legal obligations (tax, accounting)

  • Legitimate interests (security, site improvement)

3. How We Use Information

  • Process donations and event registrations

  • Provide support and respond to inquiries

  • Send updates and communications (with consent)

  • Improve website performance

  • Prevent fraud and ensure security

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies for:

  • Essential website functionality

  • Analytics

  • User experience improvement

Where required, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies. You may withdraw consent at any time.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Transactions: up to 7 years (legal/tax obligations)

  • Communications: until no longer needed

  • Marketing data: until you unsubscribe

6. Sharing of Information

We may share data with:

Service Providers

  • Payment processors (e.g., Stripe)

  • Website and eCommerce platforms (e.g., WooCommerce)

  • Email and communication tools

Legal Authorities
When required by law or to protect rights and safety.

We do not sell personal data.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred and processed outside your country, including the United States. We use appropriate safeguards where required by law.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR (EU Users):

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Request deletion

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Data portability

Under CCPA/CPRA (California Residents):

  • Right to know

  • Right to delete

  • Right to correct

  • Right to opt-out (we do not sell/share data)

  • Right to non-discrimination

We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where applicable.

9. SMS Communications

By opting in, you agree to receive messages from us (event updates, notifications, etc.). Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards, but no system is 100% secure.

11. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

12. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be reflected by the “Last Updated” date.

14. Contact Us

Email: info@protectpaluxy.com
Mail: Protect the Paluxy Valley, Inc.
P.O Box 1123, Glen Rose, TX 76043