Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 6/30/2025
 Last Updated: 6/30/2025

1. Introduction

Polonia of Long Island, Inc. (“Organization,” “we,” “us,” “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle personal data collected through our website.

2. Definitions

  • Organization/Company: Polonia of Long Island, Inc., a non-profit organization based in Great Neck, NY.
  • Website: Our official website located at https://lipl.org/.
  • Personal Data: Information that identifies or relates to an identifiable individual.
  • Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to analyze website usage patterns.
  • GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation, EU regulation for privacy and data protection.
  • CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act, protecting the privacy rights of California residents.

3. Information We Collect

We collect Personal Data voluntarily provided through:

Contact Form (https://lipl.org/kontakt/):

  • Name
  • Email
  • Phone number
  • Your inquiry

Disclaimer: “I consent to Polonia of Long Island, Inc. processing the information I have submitted in order to respond to my inquiry.”

Newsletter Subscription:

  • Email address

Disclaimer: “I would like to opt-in and receive emails from Polonia of Long Island, Inc.”

4. Use of Your Personal Data

We use your Personal Data to:

  • Respond to your inquiries.
  • Send periodic newsletters (if subscribed).
  • Improve our services and community outreach.
  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations.

5. Google Analytics

Our Website uses Google Analytics, a service provided by Google, Inc., to analyze user engagement. Google Analytics collects anonymous usage data via cookies.

For more information, visit:
 https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.

To opt-out, please visit:
 https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

6. GDPR Compliance

Residents of the EEA have rights under GDPR:

  • Access Personal Data.
  • Correct inaccuracies.
  • Request deletion of Personal Data.
  • Restrict or object to data processing.
  • Data portability.

7. CCPA Compliance

California residents have specific rights:

  • To know what Personal Data we collect.
  • To request deletion of Personal Data.
  • To opt-out of sale of Personal Data (we do not sell your Personal Data).

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from minors. If discovered, such information will be promptly deleted.

9. Information Sharing & Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your Personal Data. However, we may share your information with:

  • Third-party service providers assisting with website operations or newsletter distribution under confidentiality agreements.
  • Authorities when legally required.

10. Your Right to Delete Personal Data

You have the right to request deletion of Personal Data collected by us. Contact us at [email protected] to make this request.

11. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your Personal Data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

12. Links to Other Websites

Our Website contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of New York. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be resolved exclusively by courts in New York.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to periodically update this Privacy Policy. Updates will be posted on this page along with the effective date.

15. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us at:

Polonia of Long Island, Inc.

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://lipl.org/kontakt/

Phone: (631) 774-7790