Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 8, 2025

Introduction

Islamic Association of Allen is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, register for events, donate, or interact with us in other ways. We strive to ensure the privacy and protection of your personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1. Personal Information:

   • Name
   • Email address
   • Phone number
   • Mailing address
   • Payment information (for donations, event registrations, etc.)
   • Any other information you voluntarily provide when you contact us or engage with our services

2. Usage Information:

   • IP address
   • Browser type and version
   • Referring URL
   • Date and time of access
   • Pages visited
   • Duration of visits

3. Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your user experience. Cookies are small files placed on your device that allow us to remember your preferences and improve our website’s functionality. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may impact your ability to use some website features.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our services (e.g., event registration, donations, etc.)
• To communicate with you regarding your inquiries, requests, or contributions
• To process payments for donations or registrations
• To send updates, newsletters, and important information about our mosque and center’s activities
• To improve our website and services through usage analysis
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers that assist us with processing payments, sending emails, or hosting our website. These providers are required to safeguard your data and use it only for the specified services.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., a court order, subpoena, or government investigation).

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

• Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal and contractual limitations.
• Opt-out of Communications: You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Islamic Association of Allen
909 Allen Central Dr, Allen, TX 75013
info@allenmasjid.com
972-908-3330