Privacy policy.

Effective Date: October 2025

Ostara Initiative, Inc. (“Ostara Initiative,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website at www.ostaraiinitiative.org and any related subdomains (collectively, the “Site”). This Policy also applies to any forms, donations, or other digital interactions you engage with through the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

  • Information you provide directly: When you make a donation, subscribe to updates, fill out a form, or contact us, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment information (for donations).

  • Information collected automatically: Squarespace automatically collects certain information about your device and browsing activity using cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring website.

  • Third-party integrations: If you interact with embedded forms or features powered by third-party tools (e.g., Google Sheets, Mailchimp, Stripe, PayPal, etc.), those services may also collect information according to their own privacy policies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process donations and send acknowledgments or tax receipts;

  • Respond to your inquiries or requests;

  • Send organizational updates, newsletters, or event invitations (if you opt in);

  • Improve the performance and usability of our Site; and

  • Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations.

We will never sell or rent your personal information.

3. Cookies and Analytics

Our Site is hosted by Squarespace, which uses cookies and similar technologies to help us understand visitor activity and improve our Site. Squarespace may collect analytics data in aggregate form to provide insight into traffic and usage trends. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

4. Data Sharing and Security

We share your information only as necessary with trusted service providers who assist in operating our Site or processing donations (for example, payment processors, email marketing platforms, or data storage services). These providers are required to protect your information and may not use it for other purposes.

We maintain reasonable safeguards to protect your personal information, but no online system can guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Choices

You may unsubscribe from our communications at any time by using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly. You may also request that we update or delete your personal information, subject to legal and recordkeeping requirements.

6. Subdomains and External Links

This Privacy Policy applies to all subdomains under ostarainitiative.org, including any program-specific or campaign-related sites we operate.
Our Site may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third-party sites.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact us at:
Ostara Initiative, Inc.
Email: admin@ostarainitiative.org