forsaferspaces.com privacy policy

Effective Date: 3/14/2024

Welcome to ForSaferSpaces.com, a project of the Fargo Moorhead Hoarding Coalition ("FMHC," "we," "us," "our"). We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users ("you") and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices concerning the collection, use, and sharing of your information when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information: We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us. This may include your name, contact information, demographic details, and any other information you choose to provide through our website. Confidentiality of Submissions: We allow users to submit reports anonymously. Please note that while you are not required to provide personal identification information to submit a report, any information shared within the report, including details that may indirectly identify you or others, will be collected and processed as described in this policy.

b. Demographic Information: For research purposes and to improve our outreach and fundraising efforts, we may collect demographic information, including but not limited to age, gender, and location.

c. Anonymous Reports: You have the option to submit information anonymously. However, we still collect information provided in these reports for our analysis and use.

Use of Anonymous Data

Purpose of Collection: Anonymous reports are collected to further our understanding of issues related to [specific topic, e.g., hoarding], to improve our services, and to inform our outreach and education efforts. Data from these reports may be used in aggregated form for research and statistical analysis.

Data Sharing and Disclosure: Information gathered from anonymous reports may be shared with coalition members, local governments, and non-profits to advance our mission. We ensure that all shared data is in a form that does not compromise the anonymity of our reporters.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used in several ways:

To collaborate with local businesses and resources within the FMHC.
To bring awareness to our local government, nonprofits, and the community about hoarding issues.
For marketing and promotional efforts related to the FMHC.
For research purposes to better understand hoarding issues and improve our services.

3. Sharing Your Information

While we do not sell your information, we share it with members of the FMHC and potentially with local government bodies, nonprofits, and other stakeholders for the purposes described above. Access to this data is strictly controlled and is provided on a need-to-know basis to protect your privacy.

Data Collection in Anonymous Reports: When submitting a report anonymously, we collect the content of the report along with any data you voluntarily include. Our system may also automatically collect technical data about the submission process, such as time and date of submission, which does not reveal your identity.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your information is stored in a database accessible to FMHC members. We employ a variety of security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Data Security and Protection

Protecting Your Information: We are committed to protecting the security of the data collected through anonymous reports. We implement a variety of security measures, including encryption and access controls, to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your information.

Your Rights

Access and Control: While anonymous reports are designed to not contain personally identifiable information, if you believe personal data has been submitted and wish to request its removal, please contact us. Given the anonymous nature of these reports, verifying and fulfilling such requests may be inherently difficult or impossible.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding the personal information we hold about you. These may include the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your information. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us at the information provided below.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Fargo Moorhead Hoarding Coalition
info@forsaferspaces.com

701.476.6710

llangdahl@fargond.gov