AllStarLink Privacy Policy
Introduction
AllStarLink Inc. is a non‑profit amateur radio organization dedicated to supporting the radio community. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the limited information we collect. This policy explains what data we store, how we use it, and your rights.
Information We Collect
We only collect and store basic account information necessary to provide our services, track use for compliance with our terms of service, and to validate identity as a properly-licensed amateur radio operator such as:
- Your name and callsign
- Mailing address-related information
- Telephone number
- An account username and password
- Email address
- A copy of your amateur radio license or other document to prove you hold a valid amateur license recognized by a proper governmental authority.
We do not collect or store:
- Payment information (directly, see below)
- US Social Security numbers
- Other government personally identifying information that is otherwise considered private
- Any information as it regards to "data mining" regarding online preferences, use patterns, and other data used for marketing and targeting
How We Use Your Information
Your account information is used solely to:
- Provide access to our services
- Communicate organizational updates or service notices
- Maintain membership records
We do not use your information for advertising, profiling, or commercial purposes.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your information with advertisers or third parties. Information may only be disclosed if required by law or to protect the integrity of our services.
Third-Party Services
To operate our services, we rely on trusted third-party providers. These providers may process limited technical data (such as IP addresses or submitted forms) to deliver functionality security. Additionally, you may choose to provide additional information to a third-party such as when providing a donation.
We encourage you to review the policies for our trusted third-parties:
Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your account information against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request a copy of information we hold about you
- Request corrections to your account details
- Request deletion of your account information with the understanding that with such deletion, you will no longer be able to use the AllStarLink services.
To exercise these rights, contact us at hhelpdesk@allstarlink.org
Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for licensed amateur radio operators. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
International Users and GDPR
AllStarLink, Inc. is a non‑profit organization based in the United States. As such, we are not subject to the jurisdiction of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our services and data practices are governed exclusively by the laws of the United States. While individuals outside the U.S. may access our services, we do not actively target or market to residents of the European Union, and our privacy practices are not intended to comply with GDPR requirements.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect organizational or legal changes. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or our data practices, please contact:
AllStarLink, Inc.
Email: helpdesk@allstarlink.org
Address: 6 Canarsie Place - Palm Coast, FL 32137