PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: June 2025

This privacy notice for the Francis Marion Trail Commission (“we,” “us,” or “our”) describes how and why we might collect, store, use, and/or share (“process”) your information when you use our services (“Services”), such as:

• Using the Francis Marion Trail mobile application
• Visiting our website, or any website that links to this privacy notice
• Engaging with us in other related ways, including sales, marketing, or events

If you have questions or concerns, this notice will help you understand your rights and choices. If you disagree with our policies, please do not use our Services. You can contact us at [Insert Contact Email] with any questions.

SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS

• What personal information do we collect? We may process personal information you provide to us or that is automatically collected based on your use of our Services. This may include IP address, device type, location data, and other usage information.
• Do we process sensitive personal information? No, we do not process sensitive personal information.
• Do we collect information from third parties? No, we do not collect data from third parties.
• Why do we process your information? To provide and improve our Services, communicate with users, secure our platform, and comply with legal obligations.
• Do we share personal information? We may share information with trusted partners or service providers only as necessary to deliver or improve our Services.
• How do we keep your data safe? We implement organizational and technical safeguards but cannot guarantee complete security.
• Your rights: You may have rights to access, correct, or delete your data depending on your location. Contact us to exercise these rights.

1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide or that is automatically collected through your use of the app or website. This may include:

• Device and usage data
• Location data (if enabled)
• Log files and diagnostic data

2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?

We use your data to:

• Improve and maintain the app and Services
• Deliver personalized content (e.g., location-based historical insights)
• Monitor usage for analytics and performance
• Contact you when necessary

3. LEGAL BASES FOR PROCESSING

We process your data based on:

• Your consent
• Legitimate interest (e.g., improving Services)
• Legal obligations

4. SHARING INFORMATION

We may share your information:

• With service providers (e.g., analytics platforms)
• In legal or compliance situations

5. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our app and website may use cookies or similar technologies to track user activity and performance, including Google Analytics. You may opt out via your browser settings or by contacting us.

6. DATA RETENTION

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide Services and comply with legal obligations.

7. DATA SECURITY

While we strive to protect your personal data, no transmission over the internet or data storage system is completely secure.

8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age of 18.

9. YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Request access to your data
• Correct or delete personal data
• Withdraw consent

Please contact [Insert Contact Email] to exercise any rights.

10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this policy as needed to remain compliant with applicable laws. Updated versions will be posted with a revised date.

11. CONTACT US

If you have any questions or comments about this policy, contact:

Holly Young Beaumier – holly.beaumier@visitflo.com

(843) 664-0330