At drbryonlgarner.org we respect your privacy and take your data protection seriously. This policy explains what personal information we collect when you use our website, sign up for our newsletter or podcast, make a donation, purchase merchandise or otherwise interact with us, and how we use, share and protect that information. By using our website you consent to the data practices described here.

What Personal Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate our site and fulfill our mission. The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Contact information such as your name, postal address, email address and telephone number when you fill out a contact form, subscribe to a newsletter or request information. Visitors provide this information voluntarily.
• Donation and purchase information such as the amount donated or paid, payment method, billing address and transaction identifiers when you make a donation or buy products such as books or legacy coins. We use trusted third‑party payment processors to handle financial transactions securely.
• Technical data such as your IP address, browser type, pages viewed and the date and time of your visit. We use this data to help diagnose server problems, administer our site and compile statistics about website usage.
• Cookies and similar technologies. We use “cookies” and similar tracking technologies to remember your preferences, personalize your experience and analyze how visitors navigate our site. Cookies also help us understand which parts of our website are most popular.
•  You can control cookies through your browser settings.
• Other information that you provide voluntarily, such as messages in contact forms, survey responses, testimonials or comments.

How We Collect Information

We collect information in a variety of ways:

• Directly from you when you submit it through forms on our website, register for an event, subscribe to a newsletter or podcast, or send us an email.
• Automatically when you navigate our website. Our servers record log data such as IP addresses and we use cookies and analytics tools to understand site usage.
• From third‑party service providers such as payment processors who securely transmit donation and purchase details so we can process your transaction. We require these providers to protect personal information and use it only for the services they provide.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide services and fulfill requests. We use your contact information to respond to inquiries, process donations and orders, deliver newsletters and podcasts, and schedule speaking engagements or event registrations.
• To operate and improve our website. Technical and analytics data help us understand how visitors interact with our site and allow us to improve performance and content.
• To communicate with you. We may send you updates about research, events, publications or fundraising campaigns. You can opt out of promotional emails at any time.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.

We will not sell or rent your personal information to anyone. We may share information with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms) who assist us in operating the website and conducting our activities. These providers are obligated to protect your data and use it only for the services we request. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights.

Donor and Supporter Privacy

We value the trust of our donors and supporters. We will not share, sell or rent donors’ names, addresses, email addresses or phone numbers with other organizations.We may acknowledge your donation publicly only with your consent. Financial information collected during donations is used solely to process your gift and maintain donation records.

Cookie and Analytics Policy

Our site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze usage. Cookies remember who you are and your preferences. We use privacy‑focused analytics tools (such as Plausible or Fathom) and may use Google Analytics. These services collect anonymized data about page views and visitor behavior; we do not use them to identify individual visitors. You can reject or delete cookies through your browser settings; doing so may affect certain features of the site.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data. These may include the right to access, update or correct your information, the right to withdraw consent to marketing communications, and the right to request deletion of your personal data. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable time and in accordance with applicable laws.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure or destruction. This includes using secure servers, encrypting payments through our donation and ecommerce partners and limiting access to personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

If you are visiting our site from outside the United States, be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored and processed in the United States. By using the site or providing us with information, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other jurisdictions as necessary.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information. If you believe we may have collected information from a child, please contact us.

Links to Other Sites

Our website contains links to third‑party websites. These links are provided for your convenience, but we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of other sites.

We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date below. Your continued use of our website after any changes means that you accept the revised policy. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.

Last Updated: November 2025

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

• Email: bryon@drbryonlgarner.org