Privacy Policy

Introduction
Iowa’s Biggest Book Sale is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our
donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, and all individuals who engage with us. This Privacy Policy
outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with applicable
laws and ethical practices.

Scope of the Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to all personal information collected by Iowa’s Biggest Book Sale
whether through our website, in-person interactions, events, or other activities. By engaging with
us, you consent to the terms outlined in this policy.

Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

1. Personal Information

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment information (e.g., credit card details for donations)
• Date of birth (where legally required)

1. Non-Personal Information

• Browser type
• IP address
• Geographic location
• Website usage statistics

1. Sensitive Information

• Information related to demographics, health, or other personal circumstances (only when
  required for program eligibility or services, and with explicit consent).

How We Use Your Information
We collect and use your information to:

• Process donations and issue receipts.
• Communicate updates about our programs, events, and impact.
• Respond to inquiries and provide requested services.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze data to improve our operations and outreach.
  We do not sell, rent, or exchange your personal information with third parties for marketing
  purposes.

Sharing of Information
We may share your information with:

1. Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist us with donation processing,
   email communications, and IT services, provided they agree to comply with
   confidentiality requirements.
2. Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
3. Partner Organizations: In limited cases, with partner organizations for collaborative
   projects, only with your consent.

Your Rights
You have the right to:

• Access and review the personal information we have about you.
• Request corrections to your information if it is inaccurate or outdated.
• Withdraw your consent for specific uses of your information.
• Opt-out of receiving communications by using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or
  contacting us directly.
• Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and operational
  requirements.
  To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at desmoinesbooksale@gmails.com

Data Security
We take the security of your information seriously and implement the following measures:

• Encryption for sensitive data, including payment details.
• Secure servers and restricted access to personal information.
• Regular audits and staff training to ensure compliance with privacy best practices.
  While we strive to protect your information, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure. By using
  our services, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to:

• Enhance user experience.
• Monitor website performance and analytics.
• Support donation processing and site functionality.
  You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies
  may affect the functionality of our website.

Retention of Information
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it
was collected, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When no longer needed, we
securely delete or anonymize the data.

Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without
verifiable parental consent. If we discover that we have unintentionally collected information
from a child, we will delete it promptly.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal
requirements. The most recent version will always be available on our website. Significant
changes will be communicated directly to individuals where applicable.

Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled,
please contact us at desmoinesbooksale@gmails.com

Effective Date: 1/1/2025