Effective Date: 06/01/2025
Capital District Business Alliance – Support Local Business Campaign
Capital District Business Alliance (“CDBA”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you participate in our services, including the Support Local Business Campaign (“Campaign”).
1. Information We Collect
We collect two main types of information:
Personal Data (for general service use)
This may include: First and last name Email address Phone number Mailing address IP address and browser/device data (Usage Data)Account login or registration details (if applicable)
For Participating Businesses: Business name, logo, and contact information Social media links and promotional materials Offer details (e.g., discounts or perks) For Consumers: Name and email (when subscribing to updates)Merchandise purchase information (e.g., T-shirt orders)Optional feedback, reviews, or event participation
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to: Provide and maintain our services Register and list businesses in the Support Local directory Promote businesses via marketing and social media Send campaign and service updates Fulfill merchandise orders Improve events and campaign outreach Monitor and analyze service usage
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share limited data with trusted partners for: Campaign marketing and execution Directory or promotional material design Event coordination Analytics and performance review All data sharing is strictly limited to what’s necessary to support the Campaign or service operations. Your data will not be shared without your consent beyond these purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use Cookies and similar tracking tools to: Maintain sessions and website functionality Analyze traffic and improve service usability Remember your preferences and login status You can control or disable Cookies through your browser settings. For more information, visit All About Cookies
5. Data Retention and Protection
Personal data is stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for service or legal compliance. Usage Data is retained for analytics and system improvement. Access to your data is limited to authorized team members and campaign organizers.
6. Your Choices
You may: Request to view, update, or delete your data Opt out of promotional emails at any time Contact us with privacy concerns
Your information may be transferred in the event of a merger or restructuring.
We may disclose personal data when legally required (e.g., subpoena, government request) or to protect CDBA and its users.
8. External Links
Our website or emails may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review those sites’ privacy policies independently.
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on our website with a new “Effective Date” and, when appropriate, you will be notified by email or website notice.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (518) 460-7527