Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 4, 2026

Introduction

San Mateo County Club America (TPUSA San Mateo) ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use our website and attend our events.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• RSVP Forms: Name, email address, and dinner preferences when you register for chapter meetings
• Sign-In Forms: Name and email address when you attend chapter events
• Email Collection: Email addresses submitted for chapter communications and updates
• Contact Forms: Any information you voluntarily provide when contacting us

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Manage event attendance and RSVPs
• Send chapter updates, meeting reminders, and newsletters
• Coordinate dinner orders and event logistics
• Improve our website and chapter operations
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Comply with legal obligations

Data Storage and Security

Your information is stored using secure third-party services including Google Forms, Google Sheets, and Firebase Realtime Database. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Services

Our website uses third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Forms: For RSVP and sign-in collection
• Google Sheets: For response data storage
• Google Drive: For file storage and sharing
• Firebase: For email collection database
• Canva: For design tools

These services have their own privacy policies governing how they collect and use your information. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only:

• With chapter leadership and volunteers for legitimate chapter activities
• With Turning Point USA national organization for chapter management purposes
• When required by law or to respond to legal processes
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of TPUSA San Mateo, our members, or others

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of receiving communications from us
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at chapter meetings or through our chapter leadership.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Children's Privacy

Our website and events are intended for individuals 13 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification to registered members (for significant changes)

Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• At chapter meetings held every other Tuesday
• Through our chapter leadership team
• Via our social media channels (Instagram, Linktree)

Affiliation

San Mateo County Club America is a chapter of Turning Point USA. This privacy policy is specific to our local chapter operations. For information about the national organization's privacy practices, please visit the official Turning Point USA website.

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