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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 3rd, 2025

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This website, preludeconnects.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit or use our website (the “Site”), which is operated by Prelude Preschool of the Arts administration with support from the Chair of the Prelude Parent Caregiver Committee ("the PCC"). By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and store the following types of personal information when you use the Site:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, and other contact details when you register for an account, join the members area, or participate in forums.

  • User-Generated Content: Any content you submit to the forums, such as posts, replies, questions, and any other content that you share or upload on the Site.

  • Usage Information: Information about your interactions with our Site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you visit, and the time you spend on the Site.
     

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: To create and manage your user account, enable access to members-only content, such as forum participation, and provide a personalized experience within the community.

  • Communication: To send you important updates about the Community, such as event reminders, changes to our policies, or other announcements that may be of interest to you as a member.

  • Improve Our Services: To analyze and improve the functionality, content, and user experience of the Site.

  • Security: To protect the integrity of the Site, prevent fraud, and ensure the security of user data.
     

3. How We Protect Your Information

We use reasonable security measures to protect the personal information you provide to us, including encryption and secure servers. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and while we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
 

4. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site and providing services to you. These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and may not use it for any other purpose.

  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a legal request, such as a subpoena or court order.

  • In the Event of a Merger or Acquisition: If the Site is acquired by or merged with another organization, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
     

5. Forum and User-Generated Content

Our Site includes interactive areas such as forums where members can post questions, comments, and responses. Please be aware that any information you submit in these public areas, including your username, profile picture, and any posts, will be visible to other users and can be accessed by anyone with membership to the Community. We encourage you to be mindful of the personal information you share in these spaces.
 

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you and personalize your experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect some features of the Site.
 

7. Your Rights and Choices

As a user, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Update: You can access, update, or correct your personal information by logging into your account or contacting us directly.

  • Delete Account: You can request that your account and personal information be deleted by contacting us. Please note that we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
     

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is intended for use by parents and guardians of preschool-aged children attending Prelude Preschool of the Arts. We do not collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. The content and features of the Site are designed for parents and guardians only, and any personal information collected is limited to that provided by the parent or guardian when registering for an account or participating in the forum or other Community activities.
 

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
 

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices regarding your personal information, please contact rstorozuk@communitymusicschool.com.

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