Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

TYCL International is committed to safeguarding your personal information. We design our digital practices to be transparent, respectful, and aligned with our mission to create safe and inclusive spaces for youth and their allies.

This policy applies to all visitors, donors, volunteers, youth participants, partners, and users who interact with our website or online services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information.
Information You Provide Directly

This includes:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Donation information
• Volunteer and board applications
• Messages submitted through contact forms
• Uploaded documents or files (optional)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Click patterns
• Referring website links
• General geographic location (not exact address)

This information helps us understand how visitors use our website.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and measure engagement. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

We use:

• Google Analytics for website analytics and reporting
• Microsoft Clarity for behavior insights such as heatmaps and click tracking

These services may collect anonymized device and usage data.

3. How We Use Your Information

TYCL International uses collected information to:

• Improve website design, content, and user experience
• Communicate with you about programs, resources, and opportunities
• Process donations and send tax receipts
• Review volunteer and board applications
• Provide updates through newsletters
• Strengthen youth programs and global partnerships
• Maintain security and protect against misuse

We never sell your information.

4. Youth Privacy

TYCL International values youth safety. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age required for consent in their region without verifiable parental or guardian permission.

If we learn that information was collected from a minor without consent, we will delete it promptly.

5. How We Share Information

We may share limited information with:

• Service providers that support website hosting, analytics, email communications, or donation processing
• Payment processors that securely handle financial transactions
• Trusted partners when you choose to join a program or opportunity that requires collaboration

We do not share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Donations and Payment Information

Donations made through our website are processed securely by third party payment processors. TYCL International does not store your full credit card information.

We store basic donor information such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Donation amount and date
• Mailing address (if provided)

This allows us to issue receipts, acknowledge gifts, and maintain donor records.

7. Cookies and Tracking Tools

Cookies help personalize your experience and support website performance. You may refuse cookies through your browser settings.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to monitor site traffic, improve accessibility, and understand how visitors engage with our content.
Google may store information such as:

• IP addresses (anonymized)
• Browser details
• Referring URLs
• Time spent on pages

Microsoft Clarity

Microsoft Clarity helps us understand user behavior through anonymized heatmaps and click tracking. This helps improve usability for youth and community members.

These tools do not collect personal identities unless you voluntarily submit information through a form.

8. Third Party Links

Our website may include links to external organizations, partners, or educational resources. TYCL International is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third party websites. We encourage users to review their policies before submitting information.

9. How We Protect Your Information

We use technical, administrative, and organizational safeguards to protect your data, including:

• Secure servers
• Encrypted connections
• Password protected systems
• Limited access to personal data
• Staff training on privacy and data protection
• Although we take strong measures, no online system is completely secure.

10. Your Choices and Rights

You may:

• Opt out of newsletters at any time
• Request correction or deletion of your information
• Disable cookies through your browser
• Contact us with any privacy concerns

Users in certain regions may have additional privacy rights under local laws.

11. International Users

If you are visiting our website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and stored in the United States. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will appear on this page with a new effective date. Continued use of our website means you accept the revised policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to request changes to your data, please visit our Contact Us page.