Privacy Policy

RMA Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 27, 2025

The Richmond Masonic Association, LLC. (“RMA”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share personal information obtained from our website and services.

By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

What This Policy Covers

This policy explains:

• What types of personal data we collect and why.
• When and how we may share personal data.
• Your rights regarding access, updates, and deletion of your data.
• How we protect your data.

RMA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any modifications will be effective immediately upon posting on our website or by email notification. If we make material changes to the way we collect or use your information, or if we share data with new third parties, we will notify you and request new verifiable consent if required.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

• Register for our services or events.
• Browse our website or mobile applications.
• Contact us via email, phone, or social media.
• Participate in promotions, surveys, or competitions.

Types of Information We Collect

Personal Identification Information:

• Name
• Address, phone number, email

Booking & Payment Information:

• Payment details (credit card, billing address)

Technical & Browsing Information:

• IP address and browser details
• Operating system and device type
• Website activity and preferences
• Interactions with our advertisements

Social Media Data:
If you log in using third-party platforms like Facebook, Google, or Twitter, we may receive your public profile information, including name, email, and location.

Personal Data Provided About Others:

• If you provide personal data about other individuals (e.g., family members, fellow travelers), you must ensure they consent to this and understand how their data may be used.

How We Use the Information

We use personal data to:

• Provide the products and services you request.
• Process payments and manage bookings.
• Improve our website, mobile apps, and customer experience.
• Conduct surveys and gather feedback.
• Prevent fraud and enhance security.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. 

Marketing Communications

• You can unsubscribe from emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link.
• You can opt out of SMS messages by replying STOP to any text.

We may also use your browsing behavior to tailor marketing communications relevant to your interests. If you do not want personalized marketing, you can update your preferences anytime.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal data with:

• Payment processors to complete transactions securely.
• IT service providers who help maintain our website and customer data.
• Legal authorities if required by law (e.g., border security, fraud prevention).

All third parties must keep your data secure and use it only for the intended purpose.

We do not sell your personal information.

Protecting Your Personal Data

We implement security measures to safeguard your data, including:

• Secure servers and encryption for sensitive information.
• Restricted access to personal data to authorized personnel only.
• Regular security audits and compliance checks.

If we provide you with a password for accessing certain services, you are responsible for keeping it confidential.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations. After this period, we will securely delete or anonymize the data.

If we need to keep data for analytical or historical purposes, we take steps to ensure it is anonymized.

Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies to:

• Improve your browsing experience.
• Analyze website traffic and visitor behavior.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.

Third-Party Websites & Social Media

Our website or mobile apps may contain links to third-party websites or social media features (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram).

• We are not responsible for how third-party sites collect, use, or protect your data.
• Review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

Your Rights & Controlling Your Information

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Correct or update incorrect information.
• Request deletion of your data (unless required for legal reasons).
• Object to certain types of data processing.
• Request the transfer of your data to another organization.

To submit a request, please contact us at briand112@yahoo.com. :

For security, we may request identity verification before processing requests.

Legal Basis for Processing Data

We only collect and use your data if at least one of the following applies:

• Your consent (e.g., when you register for an account or subscribe to marketing).
• Contractual necessity (e.g., processing payments and fulfilling bookings).
• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services and website security).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website.

By continuing to use our services, you accept the updated terms.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or to submit a request related to your personal data, please contact us: briand112@yahoo.com.