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Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate this website, communicate with supporters, and evaluate partnership or certification requests. This may include:



    Payment Information:
    If you make a contribution, payment details are processed securely by third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
    We do not store, process, or have access to your full credit card or banking details.

    1. How We Use Your Information

    Your information is used to:

    • Communicate updates and educational materials.
    • Record voluntary contributions.
    • Respond to inquiries or partnership requests.
    • Maintain a record of early supporters and volunteers.

    We do not sell, rent, or share your information with any third parties for marketing purposes.

    We process personal data on the basis of consent (newsletters), legitimate interests (site security, basic analytics), and contract (responding to your inquiry).

    1. Cookies and Analytics

    This site may use basic cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand visitor traffic and improve performance.
    You may disable cookies in your browser settings without losing access to most features.

    Where required, we will display a cookie banner and allow you to manage preferences.

    1. Data Protection

    We use industry-standard security practices to safeguard personal data, including SSL encryption and restricted access.
    While we take every precaution, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.

    Personal data may be processed outside your country (e.g., in the United States) subject to appropriate safeguards.

    1. Your Rights

    You may request:

    • To view, correct, or delete your personal data.
    • To unsubscribe from communications at any time.
      Requests can be sent to: privacy@gramgoldstandard.org

    Depending on your location, you may have additional rights (e.g., access, deletion, portability, objection). California residents may have CCPA/CPRA rights. Contact privacy@gramgoldstandard.org to exercise rights.

    1. Data Retention. We retain contact information, submitted forms, partnership applications, and contribution records for up to 24 months after your last interaction with the Foundation, unless a longer retention period is required for legal, accounting, or compliance purposes.
      After the applicable retention period, we may delete, anonymize, or securely archive such information in accordance with our data protection policies..
    2. Minors

    This website is not directed toward individuals under the age of 18.
    We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

    1. Updates to This Policy

    We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time.
    The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

    1. Contact

    For privacy-related questions, please contact:
    📧 privacy@gramgoldstandard.org

    Effective Date: October 2025

    (Applies to all users of GramGoldStandard.org and related communications.)