Effective Date: October 28, 2026

Website: www.unitedopsausa.org

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

United OPSA USA (UOPSA USA) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our members, donors, supporters, and website visitors.

As a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Queen of the Rosary College (QRC), Okoyong, Cameroon, we value the trust you place in us when you visit our website, make donations, participate in fundraising activities, or communicate with our organization.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share personal information through our website.

1. Information We Collect

When you visit our website or interact with UOPSA USA, we may collect the following information:

Personal Information

• Name and contact information, including email address and telephone number.

• Mailing or billing address, when applicable.

• Membership and chapter affiliation information.

• Information voluntarily submitted through contact forms, registrations, or inquiries.

• Donation information, including contribution amounts and transaction details.

Website Usage Information

Our website is hosted by Squarespace, which may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address.

• Browser type, device information, and operating system.

• Pages visited and time spent on our website.

• Website navigation and interaction data.

• Referring websites and general traffic information.

This information helps us understand website activity, improve visitor experiences, and maintain website functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

UOPSA USA may use the information collected to:

• Process donations and provide donation acknowledgments.

• Communicate with members, donors, and supporters.

• Share organizational updates, newsletters, events, and fundraising initiatives.

• Respond to questions, requests, and inquiries.

• Maintain membership and chapter records.

• Improve our website, programs, and community outreach.

• Support our charitable and educational mission.

• Comply with applicable legal and financial reporting requirements.

We use personal information only for legitimate organizational purposes.

3. Donations and Payment Security

When you make a donation through our website, certain personal and payment-related information may be collected to process your contribution.

Online donations may be processed through secure third-party payment providers integrated with our website.

These providers may collect payment information, including billing details and payment card information, in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.

UOPSA USA does not intentionally collect or store complete payment card details directly through its general website contact forms.

We encourage donors to review the privacy policies of the payment services used during checkout.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

UOPSA USA respects the confidentiality of our members, donors, and supporters.

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share limited information when necessary with:

• Squarespace, our website hosting provider.

• Authorized payment processors handling donations.

• Service providers assisting with organizational communications or website operations.

• Government or regulatory authorities when required by applicable law.

Any information shared is intended to support legitimate organizational activities and services.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, improve performance, and understand visitor activity.

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website.

Squarespace uses necessary cookies to operate and secure the website. Depending on our website settings, analytics and performance cookies may also be used to understand visitor engagement.

Visitors may manage cookies through their browser settings or available website cookie preferences.

Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Email Communications and Newsletters

UOPSA USA may send communications regarding:

• Organizational news and announcements.

• Membership activities and chapter updates.

• Fundraising campaigns and donation opportunities.

• Conventions, reunions, and special events.

• Educational projects and progress at Queen of the Rosary College.

Where required, promotional communications will be sent with your consent.

You may unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time by using the unsubscribe option provided or contacting our organization.

Essential administrative communications related to donations, memberships, or transactions may still be sent when necessary.

7. Protection of Personal Information

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, or alteration.

Our website is hosted through Squarespace, which provides security features designed to protect website operations and information.

Although we strive to safeguard personal information, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Third-Party Websites and Social Media

Our website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, donation services, or other third-party resources.

These websites operate independently and may have their own privacy policies.

UOPSA USA is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.

We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any external websites they access.

9. Photographs, Events, and Organizational Activities

UOPSA USA may publish photographs, event highlights, project updates, and organizational achievements to celebrate our activities and promote our mission.

We strive to respect individual privacy when sharing photographs and identifying information.

Individuals who have concerns about photographs or personal information appearing on our website may contact UOPSA USA to request a review or removal.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to support organizational operations, maintain appropriate financial and membership records, fulfill legal obligations, and accomplish the purposes described in this policy.

Information that is no longer required will be deleted, anonymized, or securely maintained where retention is legally necessary.

11. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable privacy laws, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information we maintain about you.

• Request corrections to inaccurate information.

• Request deletion of certain personal information.

• Withdraw consent for optional communications.

• Ask questions about how your information is collected or used.

We will review and respond to privacy-related requests in accordance with applicable laws and organizational requirements.

12. Children's Privacy

Our website is intended primarily for members, alumnae, donors, supporters, and the general public.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or guardian consent.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child inappropriately, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

UOPSA USA may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in website functionality, organizational practices, or applicable legal requirements.

Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

We encourage visitors to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact:

United OPSA USA (UOPSA USA)

Website: www.unitedopsausa.org

Email: [Insert official UOPSA USA contact email]

Our Commitment: United OPSA USA values your trust and remains committed to respecting your privacy while advancing our mission of supporting education, empowering young women, and strengthening the legacy of Queen of the Rosary College, Okoyong, Cameroon.