Effective Date: September 2025
KydNet (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, kydnet.org. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:
- Personal Information you provide directly, such as your name, email address, phone number, or organization when filling out forms (e.g., contact form, event registration, newsletter sign-up).
- Non-Personal Information is automatically collected, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, using standard web analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Respond to inquiries or requests you submit.
- Share updates, newsletters, and event information (if you’ve opted in).
- Improve website functionality and user experience.
- Maintain website security and prevent fraudulent activity.
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following situations:
- With service providers who help us operate the website or deliver services (bound by confidentiality agreements).
- If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of KydNet, our users, or the public.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance browsing, track usage, and gather analytics. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some site features may not function properly without them.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
7. Your Choices
- You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in our messages.
- You may contact us to update, correct, or request deletion of your personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
KYD Network
Email: info@kydnet.org
Address: 4000 Portage St., Suites 204-206, Kalamazoo, MI 49001