Data Privacy & Protection Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how oregonhwi.org ("we," "us," or "the Site") handles and protects information collected from its visitors ("you"). Protecting your privacy is a priority, and we are committed to transparent data practices. By using this website, you consent to the data collection and use practices described herein.

Types of Information We Collect

During your visit, certain non-personally identifiable information is automatically gathered for operational and analytical purposes. This may include:

• Technical Log Data: Your IP address, Internet Service Provider (ISP), browser type and version, operating system, device type, and approximate geographic location.
• Usage Analytics: Pages you view, time spent on pages, clickstream data, referral/exit pages, and the dates/times of your visits.
• Tracking Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies are used to maintain session state, remember preferences, and analyze site traffic patterns.

How We Use Your Information

The data we collect serves the following legitimate business interests:

• Site Operation & Optimization: To ensure the website functions correctly, loads efficiently, and to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Security & Abuse Prevention: To monitor for, prevent, and investigate potential security breaches, fraudulent activity, spam, or other unauthorized or illegal activities.
• Traffic Analysis & Improvements: To understand how visitors interact with our content, which helps us improve site structure, navigation, and content relevance.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or enforceable governmental requests.

When Information May Be Shared

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share aggregated, non-identifiable data or specific information under these limited circumstances:

• With Trusted Service Providers: Data may be processed by third-party vendors who assist with hosting, analytics, traffic measurement, or security services, under strict contractual obligations of confidentiality.
• For Legal & Safety Reasons: If required by law, regulation, subpoena, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Site, its users, or the public.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as a business asset.

Your Privacy Choices & Controls

You have options to manage how your information is collected and used:

• Cookie Controls: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and many other websites.
• Third-Party Opt-Outs: For analytics or advertising served by third parties, you may opt-out directly via their platforms (e.g., Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on).

Age Restriction & Minors' Privacy

This is an adults-only website strictly intended for individuals aged 18 years or older. We do not knowingly solicit, collect, or maintain any information from anyone under the age of 18. If we become aware that such information has been inadvertently collected, we will take prompt steps to delete it.

Policy Updates & Changes

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on this page, with the "last updated" date revised accordingly. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

Last Updated: This policy is effective as of the date posted on this page.