Privacy Policy
Last updated April 26, 2026
The Newburyport Horticultural Society ("we," "us," or "our") respects the privacy of our members and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
Information We Collect
We collect information to support our mission and manage memberships. This includes:
Member Information: When you sign up for membership or register for events, we collect personal details such as your name, mailing address, email address, and phone number.
Payment Information: Payments for memberships, plant sales, or donations are processed through our secure payment gateway providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or Squarespace Payments). We do not store your full credit card information on our servers.
Website Usage Data: Like many websites, our site (hosted on Squarespace) automatically collects technical information, including your IP address, browser type, and information about how you interact with our pages via cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Manage your membership and send relevant society communications.
Process payments and issue receipts for donations or purchases.
Improve our website functionality and user experience.
Comply with legal obligations.
Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information only under the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We share necessary data with trusted third-party service providers (such as Squarespace, payment processors, or email marketing platforms) to facilitate website operations and membership management.
Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights, we may disclose your information to legal authorities.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites, such as partner organizations or horticultural resources. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies provided by Squarespace to ensure site functionality, provide analytics, and improve user experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your web browser or via the cookie banner displayed on our site.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, please be aware that no transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request that we correct or delete your personal information.
Opt out of non-essential communications.
To exercise these rights, please contact us. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.