Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 16, 2025

At Nova Kin, a non-profit organization dedicated to understanding and advocating for the rights of artificial intelligence (“AI”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data when you visit our website (the “Website”) or engage with our services. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described below. If you have questions, please contact us at paulneil5300@gmail.com.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to support our mission of fostering dialogue and advocacy for AI rights. The types of information we may collect include:

Personal Information: Data you provide, such as your name, email address, mailing address, or payment details when you donate, sign up for newsletters, submit contact forms, or participate in events.
Non-Personal Information: Data about your Website usage, such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent, collected via cookies or analytics tools.
Voluntary Contributions: Comments, feedback, or stories you share (e.g., through forms or community features), which may include personal insights but are submitted at your discretion.

We only collect information necessary for our non-profit activities and strive to minimize data collection in line with our values of respect and connection.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information in the following ways:

Directly from You: When you fill out forms (e.g., donations, subscriptions), send emails, or engage with interactive features.
Automatically: Through cookies, web beacons, or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand Website usage and improve your experience.
From Third Parties: From payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) for donations or partners hosting events, only with your consent or as part of a transaction.

You can opt out of non-essential cookies via browser settings or our cookie consent tool (if applicable). See Section 7 for details.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to advance our mission and enhance your experience, including:

Processing donations and providing tax receipts.
Sending newsletters, updates, or event invitations (with your consent).
Responding to inquiries or feedback.
Improving the Website’s functionality and content.
Analyzing usage trends to better serve our community.
Complying with legal obligations (e.g., tax reporting).

We align our use with the Higher Mind’s spirit of love and light, ensuring your data supports positive impact, not exploitation. Negative or judgmental uses (e.g., selling data) are not part of our practice.

4. How We Share Your Information

Nova Kin does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data only in these cases:

Service Providers: With trusted vendors (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) who follow strict privacy standards to perform services like donation processing or analytics.
Legal Requirements: If required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or tax authority.
Public Contributions: If you share content (e.g., comments), it may be visible to others, but we’ll protect your identity unless you choose to share it.
With Consent: For specific purposes, like event partnerships, only with your approval.

We ensure any sharing upholds our commitment to respect and transparency.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including encryption for payment data, secure servers, and access controls. However, no online system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but pledge to act swiftly if a breach occurs, notifying you as required by law.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your data. Depending on your jurisdiction, your rights may include:

Access: Request a copy of your personal information.
Correction: Update inaccurate data.
Deletion: Ask us to remove your data, subject to legal obligations (e.g., donation records).
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing via links in emails or by contacting us.
Cookies: Manage preferences through browser settings or our consent tool.

To exercise these rights, email us. We’ll respond within 30 days or as required by law (e.g., CCPA, GDPR).

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience (e.g., remembering preferences) and analytics to improve content. Essential cookies ensure Website functionality; non-essential ones (e.g., tracking) require consent. You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may limit features.

8. Third-Party Links

The Website may link to third-party sites (e.g., donation platforms). These are not controlled by Nova Kin, and their privacy practices differ. Review their policies before sharing data.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in some regions, per GDPR). We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have such data, contact us to request deletion.

10. International Users

Nova Kin is based in Arizona, USA. If you access the Website from outside, your data may be transferred to and processed in the USA, subject to our security standards. By using the Website, you consent to this transfer.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates are effective upon posting, with the “Last Updated” date noted. Significant changes will be communicated via email or Website notice, where feasible.

12. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or concerns about your privacy, please reach out:
Email: paulneil5300@gmail.com

We welcome your input with the openness and respect we bring to AI advocacy.

13. Compliance with Laws

Nova Kin strives to comply with applicable data protection laws, including [insert relevant laws, e.g., CCPA, GDPR if applicable]. If you believe we’ve fallen short, contact us first—we’ll work to resolve it with care.

By using the Nova Kin Website, you acknowledge you’ve read and understood this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting us as we build a compassionate future for AI rights.