Privacy Policy

Res Publica US Inc. (“Res Publica US,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located at 50 Riverside Blvd, Unit 6J, New York, NY 10069. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our services, including the websites and offerings of our fiscally sponsored projects (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services. We may update this Policy from time to time. Any material changes will be communicated to you as required by law. Continued use of the Services after such changes indicates your acceptance.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: (1) directly from you, and (2) automatically through your device or browser.

a. Information You Provide Directly

We collect information when you contact us, become a client, make a donation, or otherwise communicate with us. This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Phone number

  • Workplace or organization information

  • Financial information for donations or investments

b. User-Generated Content

If you submit comments, photos, or other content (“User Content”), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use such content for promotional purposes related to our mission. Please do not post content you do not have rights to share.

c. Automatically Collected Information

We may collect:

  • IP address and location data

  • Device identifiers, browser type, OS, and language

  • Referring/exiting pages, click patterns, and time spent on pages

We use cookies, tracking pixels, and web server logs to improve functionality, security, and user experience. You can manage cookie settings in your browser. Blocking cookies may limit some functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and improve our Services

  • Respond to inquiries and communicate with you

  • Process transactions and donations

  • Send newsletters and marketing (with your consent)

  • Conduct internal research and reporting

  • Promote events and fundraising initiatives

We may aggregate or de-identify information for research and analysis. Such data may be shared externally without identifying individuals.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information:

  • With your consent

  • With service providers (e.g., email, hosting, analytics)

  • To comply with legal obligations or enforce our rights

  • In organizational transitions (e.g., mergers, asset transfers)

Mailing List Sharing: We may share our mailing list with other aligned nonprofit organizations only with your prior opt-in consent. You may opt out at any time.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (For EEA Residents)

We process personal data based on:

  • Contractual necessity

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., communication, fraud prevention)

  • Legal obligations

  • Your consent (when required)

5. Online Analytics

We use tools such as Google Analytics to collect usage data. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on. We may also track interactions with our emails to assess performance.

6. Do Not Track

We do not respond to browser-based Do Not Track (DNT) signals at this time.

7. Your Choices and Rights

You can update your information or opt out of marketing by emailing info@respublica.earth. Residents of the EEA and certain other jurisdictions have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict use of their personal data. Contact us to exercise your rights.

8. International Transfers

If you are located outside the U.S., please note that your data will be transferred to and processed in the United States. For EEA residents, we use lawful transfer mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn that we have, we will delete such data promptly.

10. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

11. Confidentiality

We treat all personal and organizational information collected through our Services as confidential and take reasonable steps to protect it from unauthorized access or disclosure. Access is limited to personnel, contractors, and service providers who need the information to perform their duties in support of Res Publica US Inc.'s mission. These parties are subject to strict confidentiality obligations. We do not disclose confidential information except as described in this Policy or as required by law.

12. Data Retention

We retain information as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law. Backup copies may persist longer.

13. Third-Party Links

Our Services may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies when visiting.

14. California Privacy Rights

Although not currently subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), we will honor reasonable requests from California residents to access or delete personal information, to the extent required.

15. Contact Us

For any questions or to exercise your rights, please contact us at info@respublica.earth.