Welcome to NELA Music Association (“NELA Music Association,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website and services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Business or organization information

• Membership information

• Event registration details

• Donation information

• Messages submitted through contact forms

We may also automatically collect technical information, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Operating system

• Referring website

• Website usage data

• Pages viewed and access times

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries and communications

• Process memberships and registrations

• Manage events and programs

• Send newsletters and updates

• Process donations and payments

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Maintain internal records

• Comply with legal obligations

• Protect against unauthorized or unlawful activity

3. Email Communications

By providing your email address, you may receive:

• Event announcements

• Music industry news

• Membership updates

• Association newsletters

• Volunteer opportunities

• Fundraising communications

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in emails or by contacting us directly at:

Email: nelamusicassociation@outlook.com

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website traffic.

Cookies may help us:

• Remember visitor preferences

• Improve website performance

• Analyze visitor interactions

• Enhance website security

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website features may not function properly.

We may use third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics to help us understand website usage patterns.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers to operate portions of our website or services, including:

• Website hosting providers

• Email marketing services

• Event registration platforms

• Payment processors

• Analytics providers

These third parties only receive information necessary to perform their services and are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security protections.

NELA Music Association does not store full payment card information on our servers.

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share information only:

• With service providers assisting our operations

• When required by law

• To protect legal rights or security

• During organizational restructuring or legal compliance matters

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us so appropriate action can be taken.

9. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of external websites.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights to:

• Request access to your personal information

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your information

• Withdraw consent where applicable

• Opt out of communications

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

Email: nelamusicassociation@outlook.com

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Information

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

NELA Music Association
nelamusic.org
Email: nelamusicassociation@outlook.com