SECURITY Security statement: The information you provide on the membership application form is encrypted and protected as it travels to us over the internet. The security of payment information is important to us. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage, is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to use acceptable means to protect your payment information, SBTC cannot guarantee its absolute security. PRIVACY POLICY: Thank you for visiting SmallTransportation.org ("Site"). This privacy policy tells you how we use personal information collected at this Site. Please read this privacy policy before using the Site or submitting any personal information. By using the Site, you are accepting the practices described in this privacy policy. These practices may be changed, but any changes will be posted and changes will only apply to activities and information on a going forward, not retroactive, basis. You are encouraged to review the privacy policy whenever you visit the Site to make sure that you understand how any personal information you provide will be used. Note: the privacy practices set forth in this privacy policy are for this Site only. If you link to other websites, including a US Government website, please review the privacy policies posted at those websites. Collection of Information: We collect personally identifiable information, like names, postal addresses, email addresses, etc., when voluntarily submitted by our visitors. The information you provide is used to fulfill you specific request. This information is also used to provide you with offers from our partners. You may opt out by emailing membership (at) smalltransportation.org. Our Shopping Cart is hosted by 1ShoppingCart.com. 1ShoppingCart.com has access to aggregated information about customers of our Website in order for 1ShoppingCart.com to analyze performance and make improvements to 1ShoppingCart.com products. Cookie/Tracking Technology: The Site may use cookie and tracking technology depending on the features offered. Cookie and tracking technology are useful for gathering information such as browser type and operating system, tracking the number of visitors to the Site, and understanding how visitors use the Site. Cookies can also help customize the Site for visitors. Personal information cannot be collected via cookies and other tracking technology, however, if you previously provided personally identifiable information, cookies may be tied to such information. Aggregate cookie and tracking information may be shared with third parties. Distribution of Information: We do not sell or otherwise release your information to third parties, expect as noted herein. We may share information with governmental agencies or other companies assisting us in fraud prevention or investigation. We may do so when: (1) permitted or required by law; or, (2) trying to protect against or prevent actual or potential fraud or unauthorized transactions; or, (3) investigating fraud which has already taken place. The information is not provided to these companies for marketing purposes. Commitment to Data Security: Your personally identifiable information is kept secure. Only authorized employees, agents and contractors (who have agreed to keep information secure and confidential) have access to this information. Privacy Contact Information: If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about our privacy policy you may contact us via: membership (at) smalltransportation.org or by US Mail: SBTC Privacy Director 1775 I. Street NW, Ste 1150 Washington, DC 20006Terms Last Updated: 9/4/2025 We reserve the right to make changes to this policy. Any changes to this policy will be posted. |
