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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines the practices of The Enduring Word Museum (“EWM”) concerning the collection, use, and protection of personal data. This policy applies to users of our website at https://theenduringword.org/ , visitors to our museum, and participants in live-stream and in-person events conducted or sponsored by EWM. By accessing or using the Website or providing personal information to EWM, you agree to the terms set out in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using the Website or providing your personal data to EWM.

1. What is Personal Data?
Personal data refers to any information that can be used to identify an individual, such as a name, identification number, location data, or transaction history.

2. What Personal Data Does EWM Collect?
EWM may collect the following personal data, depending on your interaction with our services: your name, address, email address, phone number, credit card information, and information about your visits to our Website or museum, as well as any purchases or donations you make.

3. How Does EWM Collect Personal Data?
EWM generally does not collect personal data unless you voluntarily provide it. You may provide your personal data under the following circumstances:

  • Registering for an event hosted by EWM;
  • Purchasing tickets or merchandise from our Website or museum;
  • Completing a customer survey regarding your visit to the museum or participation in an EWM event;
  • Using our Website, especially when cookies are enabled;
  • Donating through our Website, by check, or via other electronic methods.

Occasionally, EWM may receive personal data from third-party vendors offering products or services similar to those of EWM.

4. How Does EWM Use Personal Data?
EWM uses personal data to fulfill the purpose for which it was provided. For example, we may use your personal data to:

  • Process orders, event registrations, ticket purchases, and donations;
  • Notify you of upcoming exhibits, events, and other EWM activities;
  • Contact you to solicit donations or support.

We may share your data with third-party service providers who assist with these processes, such as credit card processors, event organizers, or shipping companies. However, we do not share or sell your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security
EWM is committed to safeguarding your personal data. We store personal data in secure, password-protected servers and implement appropriate physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to ensure data accuracy, prevent unauthorized access, and ensure proper use of your data. We also use Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to protect data during transmission and comply with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards when processing payments.

6. Use of Cookies
EWM may collect non-personal information through cookies. Cookies are small data files that help improve your experience on our Website by remembering preferences and tracking usage patterns. Cookies also allow us to understand how you use our Website, including the content you view and the links you click. This information may be shared in an aggregated form with our advertising partners but will not identify individual users.

You can disable cookies through your web browser settings if you prefer not to have this information collected.

7. Children’s Privacy
EWM does not knowingly collect personal data from children under Thirteen years.

8. Your Rights
You are not obligated to provide personal data, though certain transactions or features may require it. If you wish to stop receiving communications from us, you can opt out by emailing [email protected] or following the unsubscribe link in any email we send.

If you are a resident of the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • The right to access your personal data;
  • The right to rectify any incorrect or incomplete information;
  • The right to request the removal of your personal data;
  • The right to restrict or object to the processing of your data;
  • The right to data portability.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected], by phone at 817-771-3942, or by mail at [email protected]. We will address your request within thirty days.

9. Changes to the Privacy Policy
EWM reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We recommend visiting this page from time to time to stay informed about any updates.