Fierce Mamas Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7.29.2025
Last Updated: 8.14.2025

1. Introduction

Fierce Mamas (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your trust and is dedicated to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website, interact with our content, or participate in our programs.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

  • Information you provide directly: name, email, mailing address, photos, stories, demographic details when you sign up for newsletters, events, or share content.

  • Children’s information: consented details for minors or adult children when explicitly provided.

  • Technical data: IP address, browser type, device type, and usage metrics via cookies or analytics tools.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide services.

  • Share updates, newsletters, and event invitations.

  • Promote advocacy and awareness using volunteered stories or images.

  • Maintain and improve our programs and website.

  • Fulfill legal obligations.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

When applicable (e.g. for EU residents), we rely on:

  • Consent for storytelling, photos, or marketing communications.

  • Legitimate interests to improve services and support our mission.

  • Legal compliance when required by law.

5. Your Privacy Rights

GDPR (EU):
You have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your data.

  • Object to or limit certain processing.

  • Request data portability.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.

CCPA/CPRA (California):
California residents may:

  • Know what personal data is collected, used, shared, or sold.

  • Opt-out of sale or sharing (even though we do not sell/share your data).

  • Request deletion of personal data (subject to exceptions).

  • Correct inaccurate information.

  • Not face discrimination for exercising these rights.
    You can exercise these rights by contacting us via email or phone. We will verify your identity before responding.

6. Additional California Specific Disclosures

  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information: Though Fierce Mamas does not sell or share data, California law requires this notice and a link with such language.

  • Shine the Light Law: California residents may request a list of third parties with whom their data has been shared.

  • “Online Eraser” / Minor’s Rights: Minors (under 18) have additional rights to remove their data.

7. How We Share Information

We may share your data with:

  • Service providers supporting our operations (e.g., email tools, website hosting), under strict confidentiality.

  • Legal authorities when required by law.
    We do not sell or share personal data with unrelated third parties for marketing purposes.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technology

We use cookies and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand and improve your experience. You may disable cookies in your browser, though some features may not work correctly.

9. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, or deletion.

10. Third-Party Links

Our site may link to third-party platforms. We are not responsible for their privacy practices; please consult their policies directly.

11. Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware of such data, we will promptly delete it. For adult children, we seek their consent before sharing identifying details.

12. No Outside Issues in Community Spaces

To maintain a supportive environment, please do not use group spaces (including online communities) to pursue legal, custody, or personal disputes. These platforms are intended for connection and advocacy only.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly.

14. Contact Us

To exercise your rights or ask privacy-related questions, contact us at:
Email: hello@fiercemamas.org