Urban Futures, Inc. Online Privacy Statement

Urban Futures, Inc. (“UFI,” “we,” “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Statement describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in connection with your interactions with UFI through our website (www.urbanfuturesinc.com) and other channels.

This Privacy Statement outlines:

  1. Scope of this Privacy Statement
  2. How We Collect Personal Information
  3. Categories of Personal Information We Collect
  4. How We Use Personal Information
  5. Cookies and Automated Technologies
  6. How We Share Personal Information
  7. Data Retention and Security
  8. Your Rights Regarding Personal Information
  9. California Consumer Privacy Rights
  10. Links to Third-Party Websites
  11. Contact Information

 

  1. Scope of this Privacy Statement

This Privacy Statement applies to personal information collected through our website, email communications, and other direct interactions with UFI. It does not apply to third-party websites or services that we do not control.

By using our website or engaging with us, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Statement. We may update this Privacy Statement periodically, and changes will be posted on this page.

  1. How We Collect Personal Information

We collect personal information through the following means:

  • Website Interactions: Information provided through forms, such as contact forms or inquiries.
  • Email and Phone Communications: Details shared during your communications with our team.
  • Events and Programs: Information provided during your participation in UFI-hosted events or programs.
  • Job Applications: Information submitted as part of the job application process.
  • Third Parties: Information shared with us by partners or public sources.

  1. Categories of Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

  • Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
  • Professional Information: Job title, employer, and industry.
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, and usage data collected through cookies.
  • Content You Provide: Feedback, inquiries, or documents shared with us.

  1. How We Use Personal Information

We use personal information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested services.
  • Improve our website, services, and client interactions.
  • Manage registrations for events or programs.
  • Communicate about our services, updates, or industry insights.
  • Process job applications.
  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Share customer information with third parties for marketing purposes, with prior consent from customers.

  1. Cookies and Automated Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies allow us to:

  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
  • Personalize content and improve functionality.
  • Ensure website security.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

  1. How We Share Personal Information

We may share your personal information with:

  • Service Providers: Vendors who assist with website hosting, data analysis, or other operational needs.
  • Legal or Regulatory Authorities: As required by law or to protect our rights and interests.
  • Marketing Purposes: Third parties for marketing purposes, only with your prior consent.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

  1. Data Retention and Security

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement or to comply with legal obligations. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

  1. Your Rights Regarding Personal Information

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access personal information we hold about you.
  • Request corrections to inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
  • Opt-out of receiving marketing communications.

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

  1. California Consumer Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA), subsequent amendments, and accompanying regulations provide certain rights, subject to limitations, regarding your personal information:

  • The Right to Non-Discrimination: If you exercise your CCPA rights, we will not unlawfully change or otherwise discriminate in how we provide our services to you.
  • The Right to Know: You have the right to request the categories of personal information we have collected about you in the past 12 months and how it is used and shared.
  • The Right to Deletion: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain limitations.
  • The Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell the personal information that we collect from you. Should this change in the future, we will ensure that the right to opt-out is made available to you.

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us using the details in Section 11 below. This Privacy Statement constitutes UFI’s “notice at collection” under the CCPA.

  1. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. UFI is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

  1. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement, or if you wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Urban Futures, Inc.
Attn: Privacy or Legal
1470 Maria Lane, Suite 315
Walnut Creek, 94596
Phone: (925) 478-7450
Email:  privacy@urbanfuturesinc.com

This Privacy Statement is effective as of January 2, 2025.