Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 9/17/2025

The Freeport Chapter of the National Small Business Chamber of Commerce (“Freeport Chapter,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the personal information you provide when you visit our website or participate in our events and programs.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information You Provide: When you register for our monthly events, sign up for newsletters, request information, or join our programs (such as The Long Island Creative), we may collect your name, email address, phone number, business name, and other contact details you choose to share.
• Automatically Collected Information: Like most websites, we may gather certain technical information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages you visit. This helps us improve the user experience and website performance.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Communicate with you about events, resources, and programs related to community networking and business growth.
• Process your event registrations or membership requests.
• Send newsletters, updates, and relevant business resources, including information about small business lending and educational or vocational workshops.
• Improve our website, services, and community initiatives such as The Long Island Creative.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in limited circumstances:

• With trusted service providers who help us operate the website or host events, and who are required to keep your information confidential.
• As required by law or to protect our legal rights and the safety of our members and community.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect website usage data. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some site features may not function properly without them.

Your Choices

You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our messages or by contacting us directly. You may also request to review, update, or delete your personal information at any time.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies when visiting them.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for adults and small business owners. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the handling of your information, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]