SVdP USA Privacy Policy

Collection of Information

• SVdP USA collects personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, address, email, and phone number, when you make a donation, register on their site, sign up for e-newsletters, or submit a form. 
• They also collect automatic, non-personal information when you visit their website (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system, visited pages).
• Their site uses cookies for internal purposes, such as tracking website usage, to improve the experience. 

Use of Information

• Your personal information is used internally to provide and improve their services. 
• They may also use your data to send you communications about philanthropic or charitable opportunities, but you can opt out. 
• They do not sell your personal information to third parties. 

Security Measures

• SVdP USA uses security measures like encryption (SSL) to protect sensitive data, including credit card information.
• Their systems are safeguarded with firewalls and other protections to prevent unauthorized access. 

Sharing Non-Personal Data

• SVdP USA may share non-identifying or anonymous data (such as aggregated usage statistics) with third parties for purposes like philanthropy, improving web services, or performing data analysis. 
• They only share personally identifiable data with trusted service providers, and only in ways that support their organization’s work and mission. 

International Users

• If you are a non-U.S. user, SVdP USA notes that your data may be stored in the United States, and you should be aware of that when using their website.
• They may use third-party service providers outside the U.S., but they intend to comply with applicable U.S. data-protection practices. 

Changes to Policy

• SVdP USA reserves the right to update or change its privacy policy. When they do, they encourage users to review their “Privacy Statement” periodically. 
• By continuing to use their website after changes are posted, you are agreeing to the updated policy. 

Contact Information

• If you have questions about their privacy practices, you can contact SVdP USA at their national office: National Council, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Inc., 66 Progress Parkway, Maryland Heights, MO 63043-3706.