Privacy Policy

Campus By The Sea, LLC

Effective Date: [Month Day, Year]

Campus by the Sea, Inc. ("CBS," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Important notice regarding text messaging data: We do not share customer opt-in information, including phone numbers and consent records, with any affiliates or third parties for marketing, promotional, or any other purposes unrelated to providing our direct services. All text messaging originator opt-in data is kept strictly confidential.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information when you register for a program or retreat, make a payment or donation, subscribe to our emails or texts, respond to a survey, or fill out a form. You may visit our website without providing any personal information.

Personal information:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address

  • Registration details for camps, retreats, and events

  • Payment information when you register or make a purchase (processed by our payment provider; see Section 5)

  • Opt-in records and timestamps for all communication channels (SMS, email, etc.)

Non-personal information:

  • IP address, browser type, and device information

  • Website usage patterns and analytics

  • Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 6)

Communication records:

  • Inquiries and requests you send us

  • Program, reservation, and event details and preferences

  • Feedback and survey responses

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Processing registrations, reservations, transactions, and payments

  • Providing and improving our programs and services

  • Communicating with you about your registration, upcoming programs, updates, and news from CBS

  • Improving website functionality and your experience

  • Protecting security and preventing fraud

  • Keeping records of your communication preferences and consent

You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time using the link at the bottom of each email.

3. SMS Messaging and Compliance

Text message program terms and conditions. By opting in to our SMS messages, you agree to receive text messages about our programs and services, including registration and reservation reminders, customer support, and important updates.

Opt-in and consent:

  • You will only receive messages if you have explicitly opted in.

  • We keep timestamped records of all opt-in actions.

  • We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and all applicable laws.

Opt-out instructions:

  • You can stop SMS messages at any time by replying "STOP."

  • You will receive one final confirmation message, and no further messages will be sent unless you opt in again.

  • All opt-out requests are processed promptly.

Message frequency and content:

  • Message frequency varies based on your interactions with us.

  • Messages relate directly to the programs and services you have requested.

  • We do not send promotional content without your specific consent.

Help and support:

  • Reply "HELP" for assistance, or contact us at office@campusbythesea.org.

  • Support is available during regular office hours.

Carrier information:

  • Message and data rates may apply.

  • Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

  • Supported carriers include AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and most regional carriers.

SMS data protection statement. No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing with subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share it only as described below.

Service providers:

  • Trusted vendors who help us operate our website, run our programs, and serve you (for example, payment processing, registration, and email or text delivery)

  • SMS aggregators and providers, solely to deliver messages you have agreed to receive

  • All service providers must keep your information confidential and secure.

Legal compliance:

  • When required by law or legal process

  • To enforce our site policies or protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others

  • In response to valid law enforcement requests or court orders

Organizational changes:

  • If CBS merges with or transfers its operations to another organization, your information remains protected under the terms of this policy.

All of the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, except the aggregators and providers of our text message services.

Non-personally identifiable visitor information may be used for advertising as described in Section 6.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information, including:

  • A secure server and SSL encryption for information you submit through our website

  • Access to personal information limited to authorized staff and service providers who must keep it confidential

  • Payment card information sent securely to our payment processor; we do not store credit card numbers on our servers after a transaction

No method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We use commercially reasonable means to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security. If a data breach affects your personal information, we will notify you as required by applicable law.

6. Cookies, Tracking, and Advertising

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Analyze site traffic and visitor behavior

  • Remember your preferences

  • Improve website functionality and your experience

  • Measure the effectiveness of our programs and outreach

Advertising and remarketing. This website uses Google Ads remarketing to show our ads on third-party websites, including Google search results and sites in the Google Display Network, to people who have visited our site. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your past visits to our website. Any data collected is used in accordance with this policy and Google's privacy policy. You can set your ad preferences or opt out of personalized advertising at Google My Ad Center.

Do Not Track. Some browsers send a "Do Not Track" signal. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some features of our website.

7. Children's Privacy

We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We do not knowingly collect personal information online from anyone under 18, except information provided by a parent or guardian, where required, so a child can take part in our onsite programs. If you believe a child has given us personal information without a parent's or guardian's consent, contact us using the information in Section 12 and we will delete it.

8. California Privacy Rights

We comply with the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA). We will not share your personal information with outside parties without your consent, except as described in this policy. You may review and request changes to the personal information you have given us by contacting us using the information in Section 12.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You may:

  • Ask to access, update, or delete your personal information

  • Unsubscribe from our emails using the link at the bottom of each email

  • Stop SMS messages by replying "STOP"

  • Ask how we use your information

  • Withdraw your consent to future communications at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 12.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies. This policy applies only to information collected by Campus By The Sea.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will post any changes on this page and update the effective date at the top.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or how your information is handled, contact us:

Campus by the Sea, LLC

1 Gallaghers Cove, Box 466 Avalon, CA 90704

Phone: (310) 510-0015
Email: office@campusbythesea.org
Website: campusbythesea.org

By using our website and services, you consent to this Privacy Policy.