Privacy Policy

Please read this statement carefully to understand how Charity collects, uses and stores your personal data.

Effective Date: 08/19/2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Česká Volba (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit and interact with ceskavolba.org. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.

1. Data Controller

Česká Volba
321 E 73rd St
Bohemian National Hall
New York, NY 10021-3705
USA
Email: info@ceskavolba.org

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data when you interact with our website:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

This data is collected when you:

  • Fill out registration or contact forms

  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates

  • Participate in events, campaigns, or activities

3. Purpose of Data Processing

We collect and process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To communicate with you regarding updates, events, and campaigns

  • To send newsletters and other requested information

  • To provide support or respond to your inquiries

  • To comply with applicable legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, the primary legal basis for processing your data is your consent. By providing your personal data and checking the consent box on our forms, you agree to the processing of your data for the purposes outlined above.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at info@ceskavolba.org.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated above or as required by law. When you withdraw your consent or request deletion, we will securely remove your data from our systems.

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data only with trusted third-party service providers who process data on our behalf, such as:

  • Email newsletter platforms

  • Cloud storage and website hosting services

  • Analytics and security providers

All third-party providers are contractually required to comply with GDPR and protect your data.

7. International Data Transfers

Since Česká Volba is based in the United States, your personal data may be transferred and stored outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure such transfers are compliant with GDPR by using appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent measures.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you

  • Rectification – Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Erasure – Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restriction – Request limited processing of your data

  • Portability – Request transfer of your data to another organization

  • Objection – Object to the processing of your data for certain purposes

  • Withdraw Consent – You can revoke your consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@ceskavolba.org.

9. Cookies & Analytics

If ceskavolba.org uses cookies, Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or other tracking tools, GDPR requires informing users and obtaining their consent. I can prepare a cookie policy and a banner if needed.

 

10. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure.

 

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.