Six Corners Chamber of Commerce (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website www.sixcornerschamber.com (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our Website, register for membership, participate in events, or engage with any of our programs and services.

By using our Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not access or use the Website.

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1. Information We Collect

 

We collect information to manage our operations, provide member benefits, and improve community engagement. This includes:

Personal Information You Provide Directly.

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• Contact details such as your name, email address, phone number, business name, and job title when you join the Chamber, register for events, or submit inquiries via our forms.

• Payment information (e.g., billing details) when purchasing memberships, event tickets, or sponsorships.

• Any additional information you voluntarily share, such as feedback, survey responses, or promotional content for business listings.

 

Information Collected Automatically

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• Device and usage data, including IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and time spent on our Website.

• Location data (approximated via IP address) to help us better understand visitor demographics.

• Behavioral data through cookies and similar technologies for analytics and Website performance.

 

We do not collect sensitive personal information unless it is explicitly provided and necessary for the requested service.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

 

We use your information solely for purposes that support our mission to serve members and the community:

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• To process memberships, event registrations, and sponsorships.

• To communicate with you about upcoming events, programs, and resources.

• To manage our member directory and business listings, when applicable.

• To improve Website functionality and user experience through analytics.

• To comply with legal and tax obligations.

 

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

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3. Sharing Your Information

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We share your information only when necessary:

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• With service providers who help us operate the Chamber (e.g., payment processors, event registration platforms, email services).

• For promotional purposes such as publishing your business listing in our online member directory, if you opt in.

• As required by law to comply with legal obligations or government requests.

• During organizational changes, such as a merger or restructuring, with prior notice to you.

 

All third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and cannot use your information for unrelated purposes.

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4. Data Retention

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We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

• Membership and contact information: Retained while you are an active member and up to 3 years after membership expiration.

• Event registration and payment records: Retained as required by law (typically 7 years).

• Analytics data: Retained up to 1 year.

 

Data is deleted or anonymized when no longer required.

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5. Your Rights and Choices

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Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable laws (e.g., CCPA, GDPR):

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• Access and Correction: Request a copy of your information or correct inaccuracies.

• Deletion: Ask us to erase your personal data (subject to legal obligations).

• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.

• Cookies: Manage your preferences through our cookie banner or browser settings.

 

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

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6. Cookies and Tracking

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We use cookies to:

• Enable essential site functions.

• Improve Website performance and user experience.

• Track analytics and understand visitor behavior.

 

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt-out tools provided by third-party platforms such as Google.

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7. Security Measures

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We protect your personal information using:

• SSL encryption for data transmission.

• Secure servers and access controls.

• Regular reviews and updates to our security practices.

 

While no system is 100% secure, we follow industry best practices to safeguard your data.

 

8. Children’s Privacy

 

Our Website and services are not directed toward children under 13 (or 16 under GDPR). We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we learn we have collected such data, we delete it promptly.

 

9. International Visitors

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If you access our Website from outside the U.S., your data may be processed in the United States. Where applicable, we ensure appropriate safeguards for international data transfers.

 

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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We may update this policy to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here with an updated effective date. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice via email or Website banners.

 

11. Contact Us

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For questions or to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

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Six Corners Chamber of Commerce
4054 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60641
Email: info@sixcornerschamberofcommerce.com
Phone: (773) 685-4955