Privacy Policy

Hadley Privacy Statement

Effective Date: 1/16/2025

Hadley Organization (“Hadley”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data when you interact with our services, including our website, free resources, and offline interactions with our staff.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number.
  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.
  • Information Provided Directly: Data you submit through forms or when contacting us.
  • Sensitive Information: If voluntarily provided, such as data related to vision loss for service personalization.
We collect data through:
  • Direct interactions (e.g., website forms, newsletters, phone calls, or in-person communication with staff)
  • Automated technologies (e.g., cookies, analytics tools)

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our free services and resources.
  • To communicate with you regarding updates and relevant services.
  • To analyze and enhance the performance of our website.
  • To comply with legal obligations and ensure website security.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

Our processing of personal data is based on:

  • Consent: When you provide information voluntarily.
  • Legitimate Interest: Providing educational resources and improving services.
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Data

We do not sell personal data for monetary compensation. However, we may share personal data with trusted partners or collaborators who support our mission, provided they agree to use the data solely for purposes aligned with Hadley's services and mission. Your information may also be shared with:

  • Service Providers: Website hosting, analytics, and IT support partners.
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, comply with legal requirements, and maintain service quality.

6. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correct: Request corrections to inaccurate information.
  • Delete: Request data deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”).
  • Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is used.
  • Object: Object to certain types of data processing.
  • Portability: Request your data in a portable format.
  • Non-Discrimination: We do not discriminate against users for exercising privacy rights.

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

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance user experience and improve our services.

8. Security Measure

Hadley implements security measures to protect personal data, including encryption and restricted access. However, no system can be completely secure, and we encourage users to take precautions when sharing data online.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from minors.

10. International Data Transfers

If data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, are in place.

11. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically. Please review the “Effective Date” at the top of this page to check for updates.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Statement or your data rights, please contact us:

Hadley Organization
Address: Hadley 700 Elm, Winnetka, IL 60093
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (800) 323-4238

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Statement.