Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for Dance Roots
Last Updated: March 14, 2025
Welcome to Dance Roots! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any information you provide while visiting our website at https://sites.google.com/view/danceroots/home ("the Site"). We are committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our practices. This policy applies only to information collected through the Site and not to offline activities or other websites.
By using Louisiana Dance Roots, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Louisiana Dance Roots is an informational website dedicated to exploring the history and culture of dance. The Site is hosted on Google Sites and managed by Louisiana Dance Roots. For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at louisianadanceroots@gmail.com.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with the Site:
-Personal Information You Provide:
- If you contact us (e.g., via a form or email link), we may collect your name, email address, or other details you voluntarily share.
- We do not require you to submit personal information to browse the Site.
-Automatically Collected Information:
- Like many websites, we use Google Analytics to collect non-personal data about your visit, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited
- Date and time of your visit
- Referring website (if applicable)
- This data helps us understand how visitors use the Site and improve its content.
-Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
- The Site may use cookies via Google Sites or Google Analytics to enhance functionality and analyze usage. Cookies are small files stored on your device. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries or messages (if you contact us).
- To analyze Site usage and improve its design, content, and performance (via aggregated, anonymous data).
- To comply with legal obligations, if applicable.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in these cases:
- With Google: As the Site is hosted on Google Sites, Google may process data (e.g., via Analytics) per its own policies (see Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy).
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Louisiana Dance Roots or others.
- Service Providers: We may use third-party tools (e.g., email services) to manage communications, but only to the extent necessary.
5. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to safeguard your information:
- Google Sites provides security features like encryption for data in transit.
- We limit access to personal information to only those who need it (e.g., the site administrator).
- However, no online transmission is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, such as:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Correction: Ask us to update inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request removal of your data (e.g., if you emailed us).
- Opt-Out: Disable cookies via your browser settings to limit tracking.
To exercise these rights, contact us at louisianadanceroots@gmail.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal requirements.
7. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to external websites (e.g., dance history resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their policies before sharing personal information.
8. Data Storage and Transfers
Information collected through the Site may be stored and processed in the United States or other countries where Google operates. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer, though we aim to protect your data regardless of location.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here with a revised "Last Updated" date. Please check back periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please reach out:
- Email: louisianadanceroots@gmail.com
- Response Time: We aim to reply within 30 days.
Thank you for visiting Louisiana Dance Roots!