Privacy Policy – Thriving Oregon

Effective Date: 10/15/2024

At Thriving Oregon, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your data when you use our website, participate in contests, or engage with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (for contest participation or communications).
  • User-Generated Content: Selfies, images, descriptions, and other content uploaded as part of the contest or submissions.
  • Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited (collected automatically for website analytics).
  • Location Data: For contests with geolocation restrictions, we may collect location data to ensure eligibility.
  • Referral Information: When participants use referral links, we collect data on successful referrals and bonuses earned.

2. How We Use Your Information

The personal information we collect may be used for the following purposes:

  • Contest Entry Management: To verify entries, track participation, and select winners.
  • Communications: To notify you of contest status, send updates, and provide support.
  • Referral Tracking: To monitor and reward successful referrals.
  • Marketing and Promotions: To share information about upcoming contests and events (with your consent).
  • Analytics: To analyze website traffic and improve our services.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data with:

  • Contest Sponsors and Partners: When necessary to deliver prizes or fulfill contest-related activities.
  • Referral Hero: For tracking referrals and managing referral bonuses.
  • Service Providers: For technical support, analytics, and marketing services.
  • Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our legal rights.

4. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. All data is stored on secure servers, and we use encryption where appropriate.

  • Retention Period: Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

5. Your Rights and Choices

As a participant or visitor, you have the following rights:

  • Access and Correction: Request access to the personal data we hold about you and correct any inaccuracies.
  • Data Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements).
  • Opt-Out of Marketing: Opt-out of receiving marketing emails or newsletters by clicking the unsubscribe link in our communications.
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for the use of your personal information at any time by contacting us.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies may be used to:

  • Track user behavior and provide analytics.
  • Remember user preferences between visits.

You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out of tracking cookies if you prefer.

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. For participants under 18, prizes will be awarded to a parent or guardian.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage users to review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify users of significant changes through email or by posting a notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: helpers *at* Thrivingoregon.com
Phone: 541-203-3456
Address: Thriving Oregon LLC, 301 State St, Salem OR, 97301