Privacy policy

Last Updated: October 1, 2025

The Alabama A&M University Alumni Association Montgomery Area Chapter (“we,” “our,” or “the Chapter”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, donors, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you interact with our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information you provide: such as your name, address, email, phone number, graduation details, and payment information when you register for events, make donations, or sign up for/extend membership.

  • Non-Personal Information: such as browser type, IP address, device information, and website usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Manage memberships, donations, and event registrations.

  • Communicate with you about Chapter news, programs, and opportunities.

  • Improve the website and user experience.

  • Comply with applicable legal and financial reporting requirements.

We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only in the following situations:

  • With trusted service providers who assist us with website hosting, payment processing, or communication services.

  • With the national Alabama A&M University Alumni Association, where required for membership purposes.

  • When required by law, regulation, or legal process.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

We comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws and regulations, including state-level privacy requirements where relevant. For donations, we use trusted third-party payment processors that meet the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS).

6. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.

7. Your Choices

You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly. You may also request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Alabama A&M University Alumni Association
Montgomery Area Chapter
P.O. Box 230935, Montgomery, AL 36123
aamumac@gmail.com