Privacy Policy

Website: https://www.mdawalliance.org  

 Last Updated: July 14, 2026 

The Metro Denver Animal Welfare Alliance ("MDAWA," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, how we use it, and the choices you have. Please read it carefully to understand how we handle your personal information. 

Information We Collect 

Information You Provide to Us 

You may choose to provide us with personal information when you: 

  • Fill out a contact or inquiry form (name, email address, phone number, message content) 

  • Submit information on behalf of a member organization 

  • Provide feedback about our website or resources 

We only collect the information you choose to share with us. You can visit our site without providing any personal information. 

Information Collected Automatically 

Our website is hosted on Squarespace. Like most websites, it automatically collects certain technical information when you visit, including: 

  • IP address and approximate geographic location 

  • Browser type and operating system 

  • Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website 

  • Device information 

This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies and is used in aggregate form to understand how visitors use the site. You can learn more about how Squarespace processes visitor data in the Squarespace Privacy Policy at https://www.squarespace.com/privacy. 

Cookies 

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help the website function and help us understand how visitors use it. We use: 

  • Essential cookies, which are required for the site to work properly 

  • Functional cookies, such as the cookie set by our translation service (Weglot) to remember your language preference 

  • Analytics and performance cookies, which help us compile aggregate data about site traffic and interactions so we can improve the site 

You can set your browser to warn you before accepting cookies or to refuse cookies entirely. Instructions are available in your browser's Help menu. Turning off cookies will not significantly affect your experience on our site. 

We do not use cookies for advertising, and we do not allow third-party behavioral tracking on our site. 

How We Use Your Information 

We use the information we collect to: 

  • Respond to your inquiries and requests 

  • Send information you have requested 

  • Follow up after correspondence by email, phone, or video meeting 

  • Maintain and improve our website and resources 

  • Comply with legal obligations 

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. 

How We Share Information 

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties without advance notice. This does not include trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and organization, so long as those parties agree to keep the information confidential. These providers include: 

  • Squarespace, our website hosting platform 

  • Weglot, which provides the Spanish translation of our website and processes page content and technical visitor data in order to deliver translations 

  • Google, which provides the embedded Maps and Calendar services described below 

We may also disclose information when required by law, or when disclosure is appropriate to enforce our site policies or protect the rights, property, or safety of MDAWA or others. 

Aggregate, non-personally identifiable visitor information may be used for reporting or planning purposes. 

Embedded Content and Third-Party Services 

Our website includes embedded content and tools provided by third parties, including Google Maps (used in our Service Finder and member directory), Google Calendar (used to display events), and Tableau (used to display data visualizations and maps). These services may collect information about your interaction with the embedded content, such as your IP address and usage data, subject to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these providers: 

Our website may also contain links to member organizations and other external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. 

Email Communications 

If you provide us with your email address through a contact form or direct correspondence, we use it to respond to your inquiry and to communicate with member organizations about alliance activities. We do not send marketing emails, and we do not add email addresses to any mailing list without your knowledge. If you would prefer not to receive further email from us, contact us at the address below and we will honor your request promptly. 

How We Protect Your Information 

Our website is hosted on Squarespace, which provides SSL encryption and manages platform security, including monitoring for vulnerabilities. Personal information you submit through the site is transmitted over encrypted connections. Access to personal information within our organization is limited to individuals who need it to respond to your request or manage our communications, and they are required to keep it confidential. 

No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security, but we take reasonable measures to protect your information. 

In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you in accordance with applicable law. 

COPPA 

In accordance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13, and our website is not directed to children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it. 

Your Privacy Rights 

You can visit our site anonymously. You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of the personal information we hold about you by emailing us at the address below. 

Colorado residents: Under the Colorado Privacy Act, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data, and to opt out of the sale of personal data or targeted advertising. We do not sell personal data and do not use it for targeted advertising. To exercise your rights, contact us at the email address below. 

California residents: In accordance with the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA), we post this policy conspicuously on our website, and you will be notified of any changes to it on this page. 

Changes to This Policy 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and post the updated policy here. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. 

Contacting Us 

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at: 

Metro Denver Animal Welfare Alliance mdawalliance@gmail.com