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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our services or visit our website.

Our Privacy Commitment

At Harmony 4 All, we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information we receive from users of our music education services and website.

This policy applies to all information collected through our website, mobile applications, and in connection with our music education services. By using our services or website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you make donations, volunteer, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us. This may include your name, email address, phone number, address, and payment information.

Student Information

For students receiving our music education services, we collect information necessary to provide appropriate instrument rentals, repairs, and educational support. This information is collected with your explicit consent.

Website Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site. This helps us improve our website and services.

How We Use Your Information

Service Delivery

We use your personal information to provide music education services, instrument rentals, repairs, and support services tailored to your needs.

Communication

We may use your contact information to send you important updates about our services, appointment reminders, newsletters, and fundraising communications (with your consent).

Legal and Safety Requirements

We may use or disclose your information when required by law, to protect the safety of individuals, or to comply with legal proceedings.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Educational Partners

We may share student information with educational institutions and music teachers involved in providing music education services, with your written consent or as permitted by law.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website, process payments, or provide services, under strict confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization, clients, or others.

Data Security

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Data Encryption

Sensitive information transmitted through our website is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols.

Access Controls

Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel who need the information to perform their job functions.

Your Privacy Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may vary depending on your location and applicable laws:

Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)

Portability: Request transfer of your information to another organization

Restriction: Request limitation of how we process your information

Objection: Object to certain types of processing of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact our Privacy Officer using the contact information provided below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience and allow certain features to function properly.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with consent)

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Contact Our Privacy Officer

Privacy Questions

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

media@harmony4all.org
Contact us for inquiries

Mailing Address

You can also reach us by mail for privacy-related inquiries:

Harmony 4 All

Attn: Privacy Officer

New York City, NY

United States

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Last Updated: December 2024

Effective Date: December 1, 2024

Questions About Your Privacy?

We're here to help. Contact our Privacy Officer with any questions or concerns about how we handle your personal information.