Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Kat's All Stars ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website and services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services. Your use of our website constitutes your acceptance of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Account Information: Username, password, and profile details (if you create an account)
• Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, feedback, and correspondence you send us
• Payment Information: Credit card or payment details (processed securely by third-party payment processors)
• Demographic Information: Age, gender, interests, and other personal preferences
• Sensitive Personal Information: If you are a youth participant, parent/guardian consent information and health/medical details relevant to dance programs

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referring/exit pages
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site usage
• Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address (not precise GPS)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including social media platforms, payment processors, and other service providers, which we use to improve our services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing and improving our dance education programs and services
• Processing registrations, payments, and transactions
• Communicating with you about updates, announcements, and promotional offers (with your consent)
• Responding to your inquiries and customer support requests
• Personalizing your experience and delivering relevant content
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our website and services
• Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our terms and conditions
• Protecting against fraud, security risks, and unauthorized access
• Conducting research and development for nonprofit programs
• Meeting safeguarding requirements for youth participants

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you have explicitly agreed to the processing
• Contract: When necessary to fulfill a contract with you
• Legal Obligation: When required by law or regulation
• Legitimate Interests: When we have a legitimate interest and it does not override your rights
• Vital Interests: When necessary to protect someone's health or safety

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With vendors who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, and delivering services (bound by confidentiality agreements)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: When you have given us permission to share your information
• Safety and Protection: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated data that cannot identify you

Important: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
• Secure authentication mechanisms
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and user authentication
• Secure data storage and backup practices

However, no security system is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Specific retention periods include:

• Email Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe
• Account Holders: While your account is active and for a reasonable period afterward
• Program Participants: As required by law and nonprofit regulations
• Transaction Records: For at least 7 years for tax and legal compliance
• Marketing Data: Until withdrawal of consent

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations to retain it.

8. Your Privacy Rights

8.1 General Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information (right to be forgotten)
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications and cookies
• Non-Discrimination: Not face discrimination for exercising privacy rights

8.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, and shared
• Right to delete personal information collected from you
• Right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
• Right to correct inaccurate personal information
• Right to limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information

8.3 Other State-Specific Rights

Residents of other states (Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia) may have similar rights under their respective data protection laws.

8.4 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@katsallstars.org with:

• Your name and email address
• A description of your request
• Any identifying information (account number, etc.)

We will respond to your request within 30-45 days (or as required by applicable law). We may require verification of your identity before processing your request.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver targeted content. Types of cookies include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Performance Cookies: Collect information about site usage
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Track activity for personalized advertising

You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out of non-essential cookies. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services before providing your information.

11. Children's Privacy

Kat's All Stars is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our website is not intended for children under 13 years old, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

For youth participants in our programs:

• We require verifiable parental or guardian consent
• We collect only information necessary for program participation and safety
• We implement strict safeguarding and data protection measures
• Parents/guardians have the right to access, review, and request deletion of their child's information

If we discover we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without proper consent, we will delete it immediately. Please contact us if you believe this has occurred.

12. International Users

If you are located outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States. By using our website, you consent to such transfers. The United States may not have the same level of data protection as your home country. We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

13. Communication Preferences

We may send you email communications including newsletters, updates, and promotional offers. You can manage your communication preferences by:

• Clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in our emails
• Updating your account settings
• Contacting us directly at privacy@katsallstars.org

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we will still send you transactional messages related to your account or services.

14. Accessibility

This Privacy Policy is available in alternative formats upon request. If you need assistance understanding our privacy practices or have accessibility questions, please contact us.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (if required by law)
• Requiring your consent (if required by law)

Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or our privacy practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with your state's attorney general or data protection authority.

17. CCPA Rights - Do Not Sell My Personal Information

California residents have the right to direct us not to sell or share their personal information. We do not sell personal information, but if you wish to confirm this or exercise other CCPA rights, please contact us at privacy@katsallstars.org.

18. Definitions

• Personal Information: Any information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked with an individual
• Processing: Any operation performed on personal information, such as collection, use, storage, or deletion
• Data Subject: The individual to whom personal information relates
• Sensitive Personal Information: Special categories of data including health, biometric, or information about children