Privacy Policy

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Effective Date: January 1, 2025

The Nurse Honor Guard of Northern Virginia ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information you provide directly to us, including:

  • Name, address, phone number, and email address
  • Nursing license information and credentials
  • Employment and professional background
  • Payment information for donations and membership dues

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and browser information
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Device and operating system information
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process membership applications and maintain member records
  • Coordinate tribute services and ceremony assignments
  • Process donations and membership dues
  • Communicate about events, services, and organizational updates
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Ensure the safety and security of our members and services

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our website and services (e.g., payment processors, email services)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Member Directory: Limited contact information may be shared within our member community for organizational purposes
  • Ceremony Coordination: Contact information may be shared with funeral homes and families for tribute coordination

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Data Retention and Storage

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Data is stored on secure servers located in the United States. When data is no longer required, we will delete or anonymize it in accordance with industry-standard practices and applicable laws.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal information
  • Opt out of promotional communications
  • Request information about how your data is processed
  • Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

We currently use the following third-party services:

  • Supabase for database and authentication services
  • Stripe for payment processing
  • Email service providers for communications

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information may contact us to request deletion.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: vanhg.nova@gmail.com

Organization: Nurse Honor Guard of Northern Virginia