Privacy Policy for ExploreYSU.com

Effective Date: 8/14/23

At ExploreYSU.com, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. By accessing or using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect:

When you visit ExploreYSU.com, we may collect certain information that can be used to identify you (“Personal Information”). The types of Personal Information we may collect include:

• Contact Information: We may collect your name, email address, and other contact details when you provide them voluntarily, such as when you sign up for newsletters or contact us through our website.
• Usage Information: We may gather information about how you interact with our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, and other usage statistics.

2. How We Use Your Information:

We may use the collected information for various purposes, including but not limited to:

• Providing and improving our website’s content, functionality, and user experience.
• Responding to your inquiries, comments, or requests.
• Sending you newsletters, updates, and promotional materials, if you have subscribed to them.
• Analyzing website usage patterns to understand trends and improve our services.
• Protecting our legal rights and preventing misuse or unauthorized access.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies:

ExploreYSU.com may use cookies and similar technologies (such as web beacons and tracking pixels) to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our website, and improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure:

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personal Information to third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business.
• When required by law, regulation, or legal process, to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or to respond to lawful requests from public authorities.
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, where your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Third-Party Links:

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third parties, and this Privacy Policy does not apply to their activities. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before interacting with their websites or services.

6. Security:

We take reasonable measures to protect your Personal Information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

7. Your Choices:

You have the right to access, update, correct, or delete your Personal Information. You can also opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our emails. Please contact us at rlmorrone@ysu.edu for any inquiries or requests regarding your Personal Information.

8. Children’s Privacy:

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy:

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a prominent notice on our website or by sending you an email notification.

10. Contact Us:

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at rlmorrone@ysu.edu.

Last Updated: 8/14/23