Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 22, 2024

At Pilsen Center for Cultural and Contemporary Arts DBA People’s Center for Cultural and Contemporary Arts (PCCCArts), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit PCCCArts.org.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information from visitors to our website, including:

a. Personal Information

Personal information is data that can be used to identify you, such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Payment information (if you make a donation or purchase)

You provide this information voluntarily when you sign up for newsletters, register for events, make donations, or fill out contact forms on our website.

b. Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information that does not directly identify you, such as:

  • Browser type

  • IP address

  • Device information

  • Pages viewed

  • Time spent on our website

This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies to help us improve the functionality and user experience of our site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for a variety of purposes, including:

  • To provide, operate, and improve our website and services

  • To communicate with you about programs, events, or opportunities at PCCCArts

  • To process donations and manage memberships

  • To send you newsletters, updates, and marketing materials (you can opt-out of these communications at any time)

  • To respond to your inquiries or requests

  • To comply with legal obligations and protect the rights and safety of PCCCArts, our users, and others

3. Sharing Your Information

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

a. Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with operations, such as payment processing, website hosting, and email communication. These service providers are contractually bound to use your information only as necessary to provide services to PCCCArts.

b. Legal Compliance

We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law, or in response to legal processes such as a court order, subpoena, or government investigation.

c. Protection of PCCCArts and Others

We may disclose your personal information if we believe it is necessary to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities, suspected fraud, violations of our terms, or the safety of any person.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and collect non-personal information about website usage. Cookies are small files that your browser stores on your device. They help us understand user behavior, track performance, and improve our services.

You can control the use of cookies by adjusting your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may limit the functionality of certain parts of our website.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet-based system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access: You can request to see what personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can request that we update or correct inaccurate information.

  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@pcccarts.org.

7. Children’s Privacy

PCCCArts.org is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible. If you believe we may have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website. Your continued use of the site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

People’s Center for Cultural and Contemporary Arts
Email: info@pcccarts.org
Phone: (312) 929-3386
Address: 1653 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60608