This Privacy Policy describes how Melissa Relief ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or make a donation. Information We Collect We collect information you provide directly to us, such as: - Name and contact information when making donations - Payment information (processed securely through PayPal) - Email address for donation receipts and updates - Information you provide when contacting us How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect to: - Process your donations and send receipts - Provide updates on our relief efforts - Respond to your inquiries and requests - Comply with legal obligations Information Sharing We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except: - To process payments through our payment processor (PayPal) - When required by law or to protect our rights - With your explicit consent Data Security We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. **Your Rights** You have the right to: - Access the personal information we have about you - Request correction of inaccurate information - Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements) - Opt out of marketing communications Contact Information If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Email: privacy@melissarelief.org Updates to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page with an updated effective date. Last updated: Ocotber 2025