We Care About Your Privacy
Effective Date: August 5, 2025
Last Updated: August 5, 2025
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when you visit our website, maconchamber.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information You Provide
When you interact with the Site—such as by signing up for our newsletter, filling out forms, registering for events, or contacting us—we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Business name
- Mailing address
- Payment information (for event registration or membership dues)
- Any other information you voluntarily provide
Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect certain data when you visit our Site, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
- Referral source (e.g., search engine or external link)
We use this data to improve site performance, monitor usage patterns, and ensure security.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Provide services, resources, and membership benefits
- Communicate with you about events, programs, and opportunities
- Respond to your inquiries or requests
- Process payments and registrations
- Improve and personalize your experience on the Site
- Send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (you can opt out anytime)
- Analyze website usage and trends
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following ways:
- With trusted third-party service providers who assist with website hosting, email communications, event registration, or analytics, and only to the extent necessary to perform their functions
- If required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or legal process
- With partners or sponsors of specific programs or events—but only when you’ve opted in to receive communications from them
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, understand user behavior, and improve the Site. Cookies may be set by us or third-party tools such as:
- Google Analytics
- Event registration platforms
- Social media plugins
You can adjust your browser settings to disable or manage cookies at any time, but some parts of the Site may not function properly without them.
Email Communications
If you sign up for our newsletter or other updates, we may send you periodic emails. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Links to Other Websites
Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Children’s Privacy
This Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child without verifiable parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request corrections or updates
- Withdraw consent or request deletion, where applicable
- Opt out of marketing communications
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce
338 Poplar St, Macon, GA 31201
Phone: (478) 621-2000
Email: info@maconchamber.com
