Effective Date: July 22, 2025
Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department (“LTVFD,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you may provide through our website, www.libertyfd.org. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information through forms and other interactions on our website, including:
- Contact Forms – name, email, phone number, and message content.
- Donation Forms – name, email, mailing address, donation amount, optional notes or dedications.
- Event/Program Requests & Applications – name, contact details, and information relevant to the request or program.
- Analytics – anonymized data such as browser type, device type, pages visited, and IP address.
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries or requests.
- To process donations and provide donation confirmations.
- To manage volunteer interest, event participation, or program signups.
- To improve website performance and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations or protect our organization as necessary.
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only with:
- Trusted service providers (e.g. Stripe) to process payments securely (View Stripes Privacy Policy Here).
- IT and website service providers for hosting, development, and support needs.
- Legal or government authorities when required by law or in connection with protecting our rights or property.
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data. All form submissions are encrypted, and any payment information is securely processed through third-party payment gateways.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Request that we correct, update, or delete your information.
- Opt-out of communications from us by contacting us directly.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@libertyfd.org.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites, including social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites.
7. Cookies & Tracking
We may use cookies or similar technologies to improve website functionality and analyze website traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being used.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top will reflect the most recent version. Please check back periodically for any changes.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:
Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department
P.O. Box 2123
Chesterton, Indiana 46304
info@libertyfd.org