Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from Users/Members and members (each, a “User/ Member”) of the nvfc.org web site (“Site”) or member of the organization. This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by the NVFC.

Personal identification information
We may collect personal identification information from Users/Members in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users/Members visit our site, register on the site, fill out a form, apply for membership and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users/Members may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, physical address, phone numbers and additional contact information. Users/Members may, however, visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users/Members only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users/Members can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.

Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users/Members whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about User/Member means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies
Our Site may use “cookies” to enhance User/Member experience. User/Member web browsers place cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. Users/Members may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.

How we use collected information
The NVFC may collect and use User/Member personal information for the following purposes:

– To personalize User/Member experience
We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users/Members as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.

– To improve our Site
We may use feedback you provide to improve our products and services.

– To send periodic emails
We may use the email address to respond to their inquiries, questions, and/or other requests.

How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, User/Member name, password, transaction information and data stored on our Site.

Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent User/Member personal identification information to others outside of the organization. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and Users/Members with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. We may use User/Member data to share information about NVFC programs, services, or opportunities.

Third party web sites
Users/Members may find advertising or other content on our Site that link to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by web sites linked to or from our Site. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other web site, including web sites which have a link to our Site, is subject to that web site’s own terms and policies.

Changes to this privacy policy

The NVFC has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will send you an email. We encourage Users/Members to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your acceptance of these terms
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy and terms of service. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at: nvfcoffice@nvfc.org