Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 14, 2024

The Cluny Project ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website, Cluny.org ("the Site"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our Site. By using Cluny.org, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

1.1 Information You Provide to Us:

  • Personal Information: Includes your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other information you provide when subscribing to our newsletter, registering for events, or submitting inquiries.
  • Payment Information: If you make donations or other payments through the Site, we may collect billing and payment information, though we do not store full credit card details. Payment processing is handled securely by third-party providers.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information:

  • Device Information: Includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and language preferences.
  • Usage Data: Details about your interaction with the Site, such as pages visited, time spent on the Site, and links clicked.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, pixels, and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Site. For more information, see Section 6 below.

1.3 Information from Third Parties:

We may receive information from third-party platforms or services if you choose to engage with us through those platforms (e.g., social media logins).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes that include:

  • Providing Services: To manage subscriptions, event registrations, or other services you request.
  • Improving the Site: To analyze usage trends, improve functionality, and develop new features.
  • Communications: To send newsletters, updates, promotional materials, or respond to inquiries.
  • Security: To protect the Site and users from fraud, abuse, and other security issues.
  • Compliance: To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from government authorities.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who provide services such as payment processing, hosting, data analytics, email delivery, and customer support.
  • Legal Obligations: When required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights, users, or property.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, your information may be included in the transferred assets.

4. Your Rights and Choices

4.1 Access and Update Your Information:

You may contact us at admin@cluny.org to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal restrictions.

4.2 Marketing Communications:

You can opt-out of marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us at admin@cluny.org.

4.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Site.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Despite these efforts, no system can guarantee absolute security. Please notify us immediately if you believe your information has been compromised.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance user experience and navigation.
  • Analyze Site performance and traffic patterns.
  • Deliver personalized content and advertisements.

You can control cookies through your browser settings or third-party tools.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at admin@cluny.org.

8. International Users

If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information will be transferred to, processed, and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where we or our service providers operate. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective when posted on the Site with a revised "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

The Cluny Project
Catholic University Office of Gift Acceptance
Maloney Hall
620 Michigan Avenue
Washington, DC 20064
Attention: The Cluny Project

Thank you for trusting The Cluny Project with your information.