PRIVACY POLICY
Despierta Venezuela
Effective Date: 02/16/2026
Jurisdiction: State of Florida, United States
1. Introduction
Despierta Venezuela (“we,” “our,” or “the Organization”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information obtained through:

• Our website

• Online forms

• Live broadcasts

• Email communications

• Donations

• Volunteer and partnership applications

• Social media interactions

By using our website or submitting information, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
A. Personal Information

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• City, State, Country

• Social media handles

• Testimony submissions

• Volunteer or partnership details

B. Donation Information
If donations are processed through third-party platforms, we may receive confirmation details such as:

• Donor name

• Email

• Donation amount

• Date of transaction

We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
C. Automatically Collected Data
Through cookies or analytics tools, we may collect:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Time spent on site

3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Review testimony submissions

• Communicate regarding participation in programs

• Process volunteer or partnership applications

• Improve website functionality

• Send updates, newsletters, or announcements

• Maintain internal organizational records

• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal data to third parties.
4. Media & Testimony Submissions
If you submit a testimony, video, or participate in a live broadcast:

• Your name, image, and voice may be publicly displayed.

• Content may remain archived indefinitely.

• You grant permission for digital distribution unless a prior written restriction agreement exists.

If you request removal of published content, we will review the request but cannot guarantee full deletion from third-party platforms.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and analytics tools to:

• Improve user experience

• Monitor traffic patterns

• Enhance website performance

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though certain features may not function properly.
6. Data Sharing
We may share information only in the following cases:

• With service providers (email platforms, payment processors, website hosting providers)

• When required by law

• To protect the rights and safety of the Organization or users

We do not sell or rent personal information.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.
However, no internet transmission or storage system is 100% secure. Submission of information is at your own risk.
8. Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
If you believe a child has submitted information, please contact us for review and deletion.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your data

• Request correction

• Request deletion (subject to legal obligations)

• Opt-out of email communications

Requests may be submitted to:
📧 info@despiertavenezuela.org
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party platforms.
11. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

• Organizational purposes

• Legal compliance

• Recordkeeping

• Community documentation

12. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Florida, United States.
13. Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be reflected by a revised “Effective Date.”
Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of changes.