Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 30, 2025
Last Updated: July 30, 2025
Matador Club (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Club”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit https://www.matadorclub.org (the “Site”) or engage with us through donations, events, memberships, or online programs.
By using our Site or services, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
We collect personal information that you submit directly to us, including when you:
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Make a donation
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Subscribe to our newsletter
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Sign up for events or programs
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Submit a contact form or inquiry
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Become a supporter or member
This may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Mailing address
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Phone number
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Payment or billing information
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Donation preferences or messages
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Organizational affiliation (if applicable)
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect information through cookies and analytics tools, such as:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device and operating system
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Pages visited and time on site
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Referring URLs
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Geographic location (approximate, based on IP)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
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To process donations and send receipts
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To manage supporter communications and updates
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To invite you to events, programs, or campaigns
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To analyze usage and improve the Site
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To comply with applicable laws and reporting obligations
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To promote transparency and donor engagement
3. Email Communications and Marketing
If you opt in, we may send you updates, newsletters, or promotional messages. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email, or by contacting us directly at info@matadorclub.org.
We use email service providers (such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact) to deliver these communications securely.
4. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage data. Cookies may be used to:
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Remember user preferences
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Track visitor behavior on the Site
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Improve content and engagement strategies
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Power remarketing or awareness campaigns
You can disable cookies via your browser settings, but doing so may limit some functionality of the Site.
Google Analytics may also be used to measure traffic and interactions. You can opt out of Google Analytics here:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:
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Service Providers – trusted partners who help us with website operations, analytics, email distribution, or payment processing
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Regulatory Authorities – if required by law or in response to legal processes
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Successors – in the event of a reorganization, merger, or asset transfer involving the Club
All third parties must protect your information and use it only for intended purposes.
6. Payment Information
Online donations and transactions are processed securely via third-party platforms (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). Matador Club does not store your full payment details.
Please refer to the privacy policies of those payment providers for more information on how your data is handled.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal, financial, or reporting requirements.
8. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. While no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, we strive to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of your data.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., under GDPR or CCPA), you may have rights to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you
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Request correction or deletion of your data
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Opt out of certain processing activities (e.g., marketing)
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Request a copy of your data
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Withdraw consent at any time (if processing is based on consent)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: info@matadorclub.org
10. Children’s Privacy
Our services and programs are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external websites, such as sponsors, partner organizations, or event platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted at https://www.matadorclub.org/privacy-policy (or the designated policy page). Continued use of the Site indicates your acceptance of any changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us:
