Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 27, 2025

At MaternalGlow.org (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website maternalglow.org (the “Site”). We align our practices with international standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the EU, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable laws. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described herein.

1. Information We Collect
We collect personal data that you provide directly, such as when you register for an account, subscribe to newsletters, contact us, or participate in forums. This may include:
    •    Personal identifiers: Name, email address, postal address, phone number.
    •    Health-related data: Information about pregnancy, maternal health, or wellness (if shared voluntarily).
    •    Payment information: If you make donations or purchases (processed via secure third-party providers).
    •    Technical data: Automatically collected via cookies and similar technologies, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and usage patterns.
We also collect non-personal data, such as aggregated analytics, to improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for legitimate purposes, including:
    •    Providing and improving the Site’s content, features, and user experience.
    •    Communicating with you: Sending newsletters, updates, or responses to inquiries.
    •    Personalizing content: Tailoring maternal health resources based on your interests.
    •    Analytics and research: Understanding user trends to enhance our offerings.
    •    Legal compliance: Fulfilling obligations under applicable laws.
We process data based on your consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interests, or legal requirements. We do not sell your personal data.

3. Sharing Your Information
We share data only when necessary:
    •    With service providers: Third parties for hosting, analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), email services, or payment processing, bound by confidentiality.
    •    For legal reasons: To comply with laws, respond to subpoenas, or protect rights.
    •    In business transfers: If we merge or sell assets, data may be transferred with safeguards.
We do not share data with unrelated third parties for marketing without consent.

4. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. This includes encryption, firewalls, and access controls. However, no system is infallible; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under GDPR, CCPA, or similar laws:
    •    Access, correct, or delete your data.
    •    Object to processing or request restriction.
    •    Withdraw consent (where applicable).
    •    Data portability.
    •    Opt-out of data sales (though we do not sell data).
To exercise rights, contact us at katewanyanabiru@gmail.com. We respond within 30-45 days, subject to verification. EU users can complain to their data protection authority.

6. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental consent. If we discover such data, we will delete it promptly.

7. International Data Transfers
If you are outside the U.S., your data may be transferred to and stored in the U.S. We use Standard Contractual Clauses or other mechanisms to ensure adequate protection under international standards.

8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies for functionality, analytics, and advertising. You can manage preferences via browser settings or our cookie banner. For details, see our Cookie Policy.

9. Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by law. Deleted data may persist in backups briefly.

10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with the updated date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us
For questions, contact katewanyanabiru@gmail.com or MaternalGlow.org, Chicago.
This policy is governed by U.S. law, with disputes resolved through agreed dispute resolution mechanisms.