Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

Privacy Practices Policy

Last Updated: [12/5/2025]

This website is operated by the [FCYPAA or Fresno County Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous], a service committee within Alcoholics Anonymous. We respect the principles of anonymity and are committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors. This policy explains what information we do and do not collect, how we use information, and the steps we take to safeguard it.

1. Information We Collect

Our website is designed to collect as little personal information as possible. We may collect:

a. Non-personal information
This includes basic technical data automatically sent by your browser, such as:
   •    Device type
   •    Browser type
   •    IP address (used only for basic website functionality or security)
   •    Pages visited

This information helps us maintain and improve the site.

b. Voluntarily submitted information
If you choose to contact us through a form or email, you may provide:
   •    Your name (optional)
   •    Your email address
   •    Any message you include

We use this information only to respond to your inquiry.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:
   •    Respond to messages or service requests
   •    Maintain or improve website functionality
   •    Protect the site from security issues

We do not use personal information for marketing, tracking individuals, or creating profiles.

3. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, share, or distribute personal information to outside parties. Information may be disclosed only if:
   •    Required by law, or
   •    Necessary to prevent technical misuse, security threats, or criminal activity.

4. Cookies

Our website may use standard cookies to support basic functionality. These cookies do not identify you personally. You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

5. Third-Party Services

If the website uses embedded tools (such as event calendars, maps, or donation links), those third-party services may have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies before using those features.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect information transmitted through the website. However, no internet transmission is completely secure. Please avoid sending highly sensitive personal information.

7. Children’s Privacy

This website does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8. Links to Other Sites

Our website may contain links to outside sites. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as needed. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent revision.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this policy, please contact us at:
admin@fcypaa.org