Privacy Policy

Advocacy Family Network, Inc. is committed to protecting your privacy, safety, and dignity. Whether you're visiting our website, requesting support, or exploring resources, we want you to feel secure and respected. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you share with us online.

1. What We May Collect

You can browse our website without submitting any personal information. However, you may choose to provide information such as:

  • Contact Information – your name, email, or phone number if you submit a form, sign up for updates, or reach out to us.

  • Shared Stories or Messages – anything you voluntarily submit for outreach, support, or advocacy.

  • Transactional Details – address or payment information if registering for events or making a donation.

  • Security Questions – may be requested to help verify your identity if account access is needed.

All personal details are kept private and only accessed by authorized staff or volunteers.

2. Technical & Usage Information

We use third-party tools such as Google Analytics to collect basic website usage data. This may include:

  • Browser type, device type, and IP address

  • What pages you visit and how long you stay

  • Referral sources (such as search engines or links)

This data helps us improve site accessibility and content. No identifying personal details are collected through this process.

3. Cookies

Our website may use cookies—small data files stored on your browser—to remember preferences and track anonymous usage patterns. Cookies help us:

  • Improve your browsing experience

  • Analyze general traffic and trends

  • Remember basic settings during repeat visits

You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.

4. How We Use Your Information

Information you provide may be used to:

  • Respond to your questions or requests

  • Send updates or resources (if you opt in)

  • Register you for events or services

  • Maintain the safety and performance of our website

We will never sell or rent your personal information.

5. When We May Share Information

We only share personal information under these limited conditions:

  • With your written permission (e.g., to share a personal story)

  • If legally required (such as court orders or mandated reporting)

  • In an emergency to protect your safety or the safety of others

  • With secure, third-party platforms (e.g., donation processors) who are contractually obligated to protect your information

6. Data Security

We follow best practices to protect your information, including:

  • Secure, password-protected systems

  • Encrypted data transmissions

  • Limited access to sensitive data by authorized staff only

While no system is 100% secure, we are committed to safeguarding your information to the highest possible standard.

7. Accessibility Commitment

We are dedicated to making our website accessible to all users. If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our website or resources, please contact us so we can help.

Email: rachell.pyle@advocacyfamilynetwork.org

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under age 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them. If a child submits information to us, please contact us so we can delete it promptly.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always appear on this page, with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or wish to access, correct, or remove your information, please reach out:

Email: rachell.pyle@advocacyfamilynetwork.org

Effective 13 July 2025