Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how the Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce (“the Chamber,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information provided through valdostachamber.com and in connection with our membership, programs, events, services, and communications.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including, but not limited to, your name, business or organization name, job title, email address, telephone or mobile phone number, mailing address, billing information, membership information, event registration information, and other information necessary to provide Chamber programs, services, and communications.
We may also collect information you provide when you register for an event, apply for or renew Chamber membership, complete a form or survey, subscribe to communications, make a payment, or otherwise interact with the Chamber.
Payment information may be processed through third-party payment processing systems in accordance with applicable security requirements. The Chamber does not store full credit card information when payments are processed through these systems.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the personal information you provide to:
- Process and manage Chamber memberships, renewals, registrations, and payments;
- Register you for Chamber events, programs, meetings, and other activities;
- Provide member services and respond to inquiries;
- Communicate information regarding Chamber programs, events, services, advocacy efforts, membership benefits, and community or business-related opportunities;
- Send email newsletters, announcements, invitations, and other Chamber communications;
- Send SMS/text message communications when you have provided consent to receive them;
- Administer surveys, applications, registrations, and other Chamber programs;
- Maintain and improve our website, programs, services, and member experience;
- Maintain appropriate business and membership records; and
- Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
We take reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality and security of personal information in our possession.
SMS/Text Message Communications
If you provide your mobile phone number and consent to receive SMS/text messages from the Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce, we may use your mobile phone number to send communications related to Chamber membership, events, programs, services, reminders, announcements, and other Chamber-related information, including marketing or promotional messages when applicable.
SMS consent and opt-in data are not shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.
Your consent to receive SMS/text messages is not a condition of purchasing a membership, registering for an event, or receiving other Chamber services.
Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of receiving SMS/text messages at any time by replying STOP. For assistance, reply HELP or contact the Chamber using the information provided below.
Sharing of Personal Information
The Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce does not sell or rent your personal information.
We may disclose personal information to service providers and other parties that perform services on our behalf when reasonably necessary to operate the Chamber, administer memberships, process payments, manage events and registrations, maintain our website and technology systems, distribute communications, or provide requested programs and services.
Such service providers are permitted to use personal information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf, subject to applicable confidentiality and data protection obligations.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, SMS consent and opt-in data will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.
Certain information provided by Chamber members may be included in membership directories, business listings, event materials, sponsorship recognition, or other Chamber resources when appropriate to provide membership benefits or when authorized by the member.
We may also disclose information when required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or when reasonably necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Chamber, our members, website users, or others.
Cookies and Website Information
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, understand how visitors use the website, improve the user experience, and support communications or marketing activities.
Certain third-party services used by the Chamber, such as website hosting, analytics, event registration, payment processing, email communications, or other technology providers, may also collect information in accordance with their own privacy practices.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information provided to us. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to websites or services operated by third parties. The Chamber is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will become effective when the revised Privacy Policy is posted on valdostachamber.com. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for updates.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the Chamber’s privacy practices, please contact:
Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce
416 N. Ashley Street
Valdosta, Georgia
Valdostachamber.com | 229-247-8100 | chamber@valdostachamber.com