Privacy Policy

Historic Columbia (HC) is committed to safeguarding your privacy. We adhere to the highest standards in gathering, using, and safeguarding personal information shared via this website. HC does not rent, sell, or exchange information obtained via this website. Only authorized individuals have access to the information which is used solely for marketing purposes. Aggregate data, such as statistical analyses or user demographics, may be disclosed to third parties to facilitate or improve our website and related services. By using this website, you agree to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this policy.    

Cookies 

Cookies are files with small amounts of data, which may include an anonymous unique identifier, that are stored on your hard drive to enhance your online experience. Cookies are requested by a website and stored on your hard drive to keep track of basic information, so it does not have to be resubmitted each time you visit the same website. We use cookies to personalize content and better understand how you use our site to improve your experience. You can modify how your browser collects cookies by changing your browser’s settings. If you reject cookies, some portions of our website may not work properly.  

SMS Texting

Consent to Receive SMS Messages 
By providing your mobile phone number to Historic Columbia, you consent to receive SMS messages from us regarding updates, promotions, events, and other relevant information. These messages may be sent using automated technology and may include pre-recorded voice messages. Standard messaging and data rates may apply. 

Opting Out of SMS Messages
If you wish to stop receiving SMS messages from Historic Columbia, you can opt out at any time by replying "STOP" to any message you receive from us. You may also contact us directly at marketing@historiccolumbia.org or by phone at (803) 252-7742 to request to be removed from our SMS messaging list. 

Data Usage and Privacy
We respect your privacy and will only use your mobile phone number for the purpose of sending you SMS messages related to Historic Columbia. We will not share your mobile phone number with third parties for marketing purposes without your consent. However, please note that by providing your mobile phone number, you are consenting to receive SMS messages from Historic Columbia as described above. 

Changes to This Policy
Historic Columbia reserves the right to modify or amend this SMS texting section of the privacy policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on our website. Your continued use of our SMS messaging services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Links 

Our website may contain links to other sites that are not operated by HC. When you click on a link and enter another website, you are no longer subject to this privacy policy. HC has no control and assumes no responsibility for the content or policies of third-party websites. Please review the privacy policy of the third-party website for additional information.  

Children 

HC does not knowingly collect or request personal information on anyone under the age of 18. If we discover that such information has been submitted, we will delete it immediately. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.    

Compliance 

HC will disclose personal information when required to do so by law or subpoena.          

Unsubscribe 

If you have voluntarily provided your email address and wish to remove it from our mailing list, please click the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any HC email. Please note that it may take several days to process the request.   

Changes 

HC reserves the right to update this privacy policy at any time. Changes are effective when they are posted to this page.   

Questions 

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at marketing@historiccolumbia.org

Policy updated April 25, 2024.