Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 10/24/2024
Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council ("VRFSC," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, particularly in relation to our communications and services, including any SMS and 10DLC messaging services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information directly from you or through your use of our services, including:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other information you provide when contacting us or registering for services.
• Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our website, such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site.
• Communication Data: Any communications sent to us, including through SMS services, email, and other methods.

2. Use of Information
We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services.
• Communicate with you about updates, events, and other information related to VRFSC.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including those related to 10DLC SMS registration.
• Analyze trends and enhance the functionality and user experience of our website.

3. 10DLC SMS Registration
For users who subscribe to our SMS messaging services, we may use your phone number to send you updates, event reminders, or important announcements. All SMS communications will comply with applicable regulations, including those set forth by the Telecommunications industry for 10DLC messaging services.
You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by following the instructions provided in each message or by contacting us directly.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of VRFSC or others.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring party.

5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no security system is impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee the security of our databases or the information transmitted to us.
6. Your Rights and Choices

• Access and Correction: You have the right to access and correct your personal information held by us.
• Opt-Out: You may opt out of certain communications, such as marketing emails or SMS messages, by following the unsubscribe instructions provided or contacting us directly.
• Data Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to our need to retain certain data for legal or operational purposes.

7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website. Your continued use of our services after such changes will signify your acceptance of the revised terms.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council
3585 Maple St, Suite 205
info@venturafiresafe.org
805.746.7365