Privacy Policy
United Contractors Privacy Policy & Communications Notice
United Contractors (“UCON,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, submit information, or engage with our communications, including email and SMS.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name, job title
- Program Information: Information submitted through scholarship applications, event registrations, membership forms, surveys, and other programs
- Payment Information: When applicable, processed securely through third-party providers
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and interactions with our website and communications
How We Collect Information
We collect information when you:
- Complete forms on our website
- Register for events, programs, or memberships
- Submit scholarship or award applications
- Participate in surveys (e.g., Zoho Survey)
- Engage with emails or communications (including open and click activity)
- Browse our website (via cookies and analytics tools)
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide membership services, programs, and support
- Process applications, registrations, and payments
- Communicate updates, events, and relevant opportunities
- Send email and SMS communications (where consent is provided)
- Improve our website, services, and outreach efforts
- Maintain internal records, reporting, and operational insights
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with trusted service providers that support our operations, such as:
- CRM and database systems (e.g., Salesforce)
- Email and marketing platforms (e.g., Marketing Cloud)
- Survey tools (e.g., Zoho Survey)
- Payment processors
- SMS communication providers
- These providers are authorized to use your information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and improve our services. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies.
SMS Communications
If you opt in to receive text messages from UCON, we may send updates related to events, programs, membership, and other relevant information.
- Information Collected: Mobile phone number and message interaction data
- Use: To deliver requested communications and respond to inquiries
- Consent: By providing your number, you consent to receive SMS messages. Message frequency may vary
- Opt-Out: Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time
- Help: Reply HELP for assistance
- Fees: Message and data rates may apply
- Data Sharing: We do not sell your phone number. SMS delivery may be facilitated by third-party providers
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.
Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we collect about you
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (UCON does not sell personal data)
- To submit a request, please contact us using the information below.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
For questions or privacy requests, please contact:
info@unitedcontractors.org