Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 3, 2026

 

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which San Clemente Friends of the Library collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User”) of the https://sanclementefotl.org website. This privacy policy applies to the website and services offered by San Clemente Friends of the Library.

Personal identification information
We do not collect personal identification information from Users, except when a User joins (or renews membership in) the San Clemente Friends of the Library via this website. This information is retained internally for administrative purposes and is never shared externally to the organization.

Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our website. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to our website, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies
Our website may use “cookies” to enhance User experience. User’s web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the website may not function properly.

How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on our website.

Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others.

We do not share your personal information with any third parties for marketing purposes, but you have specific rights if you are a resident of California. The “Shine The Light” law (California Civil Code Section 1798.83) allows users who are California residents to request and obtain from the Company, once a year and free of charge, information about categories of personal information (if any) we disclosed to third parties for direct marketing purposes and the names and addresses of all third parties with which we shared personal information in the immediately preceding calendar year. If you are a California resident and would like to make such a request, please submit your request in writing to us using the contact information provided below.

Third party websites
Users may find advertising or other content on our website that link to the websites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these websites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from our website. In addition, these websites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These websites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to our website, is subject to that website’s own terms and policies.

Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect information about your use of our website to help us understand our visitors and improve our offerings. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit our website, what pages they visit, and what other websites they used prior to coming to our website.

You can learn about Google’s practices by going to https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners/ and opt out of them by downloading the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on, available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Changes to this privacy policy
San Clemente Friends of the Library has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the top of this page. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your acceptance of these terms
By using this website, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our website. Your continued use of the website following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this website, or your dealings with this website, please contact us at:

San Clemente Friends of the Library
https://sanclementefotl.org/contact-us/