Privacy Policy

URL: michigansobersocial.com/privacy-policy
Effective Date: March 26, 2026

Privacy Policy

Michigan Sober Social Inc. (“Michigan Sober Social,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit michigansobersocial.com, make a donation, register for an event, sign up for emails or text messages, submit a form, interact with us on social media, or otherwise engage with Michigan Sober Social.

1. Who We Are

Michigan Sober Social Inc.
Website: michigansobersocial.com
Email: hello@michigansobersocial.com

Michigan Sober Social Inc. is a nonprofit organization focused on building sober community, connection, and events.

2. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through:

• our website and landing pages

• donation forms and payment pages

• event registration forms

• volunteer, sponsor, and contact forms

• email sign-up forms

• SMS or text message opt-in forms

• Meta lead forms, apps, or integrations

• social media pages and messaging platforms we manage

• any other digital or in-person interaction where we collect personal information

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information you provide directly

• name

• email address

• phone number

• mailing address

• donation details

• event registration information

• volunteer or sponsorship information

• messages, questions, or other information you submit to us

Information collected automatically

• IP address

• browser type

• device information

• operating system

• referral source

• pages visited

• time spent on pages

• clicks and interactions on our website or forms

Information from third parties

We may receive information from third-party tools and service providers we use to operate our website, forms, events, donations, analytics, advertising, communications, CRM, and messaging systems. This may include data from social media platforms, payment processors, fundraising tools, analytics tools, email service providers, and text messaging platforms.

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• operate, maintain, and improve our website and programs

• process donations and send confirmations or receipts

• register you for events or community activities

• respond to inquiries, messages, or support requests

• send newsletters, event updates, fundraising communications, and other organizational updates

• send text messages if you have opted in

• manage volunteer, sponsorship, and partnership communication

• monitor site performance, usage, and security

• prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access

• comply with legal, tax, reporting, and regulatory obligations

5. Donations and Payment Processing

Donations and certain payments may be processed through third-party platforms and payment processors. We do not typically store full payment card information on our own servers. Payment information is handled by the third-party processor in accordance with that provider’s policies and security practices.

6. Cookies, Pixels, and Analytics

We may use cookies, pixels, tags, and similar technologies to:

• understand website traffic and visitor behavior

• improve website functionality and user experience

• measure outreach and campaign performance

• support advertising, retargeting, and social media campaigns

You may be able to control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality.

7. How We Share Information

We may share personal information with trusted service providers that help us operate Michigan Sober Social, including providers for:

• website hosting

• donation processing

• CRM and database management

• email delivery

• SMS communications

• analytics

• event registration

• social media and advertising tools

• administrative, technical, and security support

We may also disclose information:

• when required by law, subpoena, or legal process

• to protect our rights, operations, or users

• to investigate fraud, misuse, or security issues

• in connection with a merger, reorganization, or transfer of assets, if that ever occurs

• with your consent or at your direction

We do not sell your personal information for money.

8. Email Communications

If you provide your email address, we may send you updates about events, donations, volunteer opportunities, sponsorships, fundraising, community news, and related communications.

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting us at hello@michigansobersocial.com.

We may still send transactional or administrative messages, including donation receipts, registration confirmations, or service-related notices.

9. SMS and Text Messaging

If you opt in to receive text messages from Michigan Sober Social, you agree to receive recurring text messages related to events, reminders, updates, community announcements, fundraising, volunteer opportunities, or promotional communications, depending on what you signed up for.

By opting in, you understand and agree that:

• message frequency may vary

• message and data rates may apply

• reply STOP to unsubscribe

• reply HELP for assistance

• consent to receive text messages is not a condition of donating or participating

We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile number or SMS consent with third parties or affiliates for their own marketing or promotional purposes.

The above excludes text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

10. Meta, Social Media, and Connected Apps

If you interact with Michigan Sober Social through Facebook, Instagram, Meta lead forms, or any Meta-connected app or integration we operate, we may receive certain information from those services based on your settings, permissions, and interactions.

This Privacy Policy applies to any Michigan Sober Social website, app, form, or integration that links to or references this policy.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to:

• provide services and communications

• maintain donation and financial records

• comply with tax, legal, and reporting obligations

• resolve disputes

• enforce our policies and agreements

• protect our systems and operations

When information is no longer reasonably needed, we may delete it, de-identify it, or securely dispose of it.

12. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

13. Your Choices and Rights

You may request that we:

• update or correct your information

• remove you from marketing email communications

• stop text messages to your phone number

• delete personal information we control, subject to legal or operational retention requirements

Depending on your location, you may also have additional privacy rights under applicable law.

14. Data Deletion Requests

If you would like us to delete personal data we control, including data associated with any Meta-connected app, lead form, or integration, you may email:

hello@michigansobersocial.com
Subject line: Data Deletion Request

Please include enough information for us to identify your record, such as your name, email address, phone number, and the nature of your request. We may request additional information to verify your identity before processing the request.

We will review and process deletion requests in accordance with applicable law and our recordkeeping, fraud prevention, tax, and security obligations.

15. Children’s Privacy

Our website, communications, and services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us and we will review the matter promptly.

16. Third-Party Links

Our website or communications may contain links to third-party websites, services, or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy or content practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their policies before providing information.

17. 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. Your continued use of our website or services after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.

18. Contact Us

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

Michigan Sober Social Inc.
hello@michigansobersocial.com
michigansobersocial.com