Realist Lab respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us through realistlab.org, our forms, event registrations, applications, newsletters, donations, and related services.
This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, when we share it, and the choices available to you.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information you provide directly, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Organization name
- Job title
- Donation details
- Application or registration information
We may also collect certain information automatically when you visit our website, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Referring pages
- Date and time of access
- General site usage data
2. How We Use Information
We use information to:
- Operate and improve our website, programs, and services
- Process donations and send confirmations
- Manage applications, registrations, and participant records
- Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
- Send updates, newsletters, and event information
- Maintain internal records and reporting
- Protect the security of our systems
- Comply with legal, accounting, and reporting obligations
3. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers that support our operations, such as donation platforms, email tools, registration systems, CRM platforms, analytics providers, and professional advisors. We may also share information when required by law or when necessary to protect our rights, safety, or operations.
4. Donations
If you donate, payment information will be processed by a third-party payment provider rather than stored directly by Realist Lab. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of the payment platform used at the time of your donation.
5. Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies and similar technologies to understand website usage, improve performance, and enhance your experience. You can usually manage cookie settings through your browser.
6. Email Communications
If you sign up for updates or newsletters, we may send you emails about our programs, events, fundraising, and related news. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us at hello@realistlab.org.
7. Third-Party Services
Our website may link to third-party websites, platforms, or tools. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for operational, legal, financial, and reporting purposes.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information. However, no system can guarantee complete security.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children online without appropriate consent where required.
11. Your Choices
You may contact us to:
- Update or correct your information
- Opt out of marketing emails
- Ask questions about how your information is used
- Request deletion where appropriate and permitted
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
13. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Realist Lab
110 Prospect Street, ST 11, Stamford, CT 06901