Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

The New River Gorge Historical Society ("NRGHS," "we," "us,' or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, story, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, join as a member, donate, sign up for events, or otherwise interact with our organization.

By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Privacy Policy - the basics

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information (provided voluntarily by you)

Name
Email address
Phone Number
Mailing Address
Payment Information (processed securely through Wix or third-party processors; NRGHS does not store full credit card numbers)
Membership details
Donation history
Event Registration Information

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages viewed
Time spent on site
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This helps us improve functionality, security, and user experience.

Different jurisdictions have different legal obligations of what must be included in a Privacy Policy. You are responsible to make sure you are following the relevant legislation to your activities and location.

How We Use Your Information

NRGHS uses your information for the following purposes:

To manage memberships and donor records
To process payments securely
To send newsletters, updates, and event announcements
To provide customer service and respond to inquiries
To improve the website and user experience
To comply with legal obligations
To maintain internal records and organizational reporting

We never sell personal information to third parties.

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information only in the following situations:

Service Providers we partner with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate the site and manage membership services. They only receive information necessary to perform their functions.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of the NRGHS, our members, or the public.
Internal Use: Board Members, administrators, and authorized volunteers may access information needed to perform organizational duties.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to:

Track site performance
Improve user experience
Understand visitor behavior
Maintain secure login sessions

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

Data Security

We take data security seriously and implement:

SSL encryption
Secure payment processing
Access controls for internal data
Regular website and hosting platform security measures

However, no online transmission is 100% secure. By using our website, you acknowledge these inherent risks.

Email Communications & Opt-Out

You may receive emails about membership updates, events, preservation news, or fundraising efforts. You can unsubscribe at any time by: Contacting us directly at newrivergorgehistoricalsociety@gmail.com

Children's Privacy

NRGHS does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have received such information, we will delete it promptly.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage users to review third-party privacy policies.

Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes take effect immediately when posted on the website. The updated version will include a revised "Effective Date."

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact newrivergorgehistoricalsociety@gmail.com