Privacy Policy

The Furry Club at Oregon State University ("the Club," "we," "us," or "our") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with the Club.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information only when voluntarily provided, such as:

  • Name or preferred alias
  • Email address or Discord username
  • University affiliation (if applicable)
  • Contact information (if provided for event participation)

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal information such as:

  • General demographic data (e.g., club participation statistics)
  • Anonymous feedback or survey responses
  • Website or Discord activity analytics (aggregated and anonymized)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

  • Managing Club events and activities
  • Communicating important updates and announcements
  • Improving member experience through feedback
  • Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment
  • Complying with university policies and legal requirements

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or share personal information with third parties. However, we may disclose information:

  • To Oregon State University if required for administrative or compliance purposes
  • When legally obligated, such as in response to a court order or law enforcement request
  • If necessary to protect the safety and integrity of the Club and its members

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect personal information. However, no data transmission or storage is completely secure, and members should take precautions when sharing personal details.

5. Your Choices and Rights

Members have the right to:

  • Request access to their personal data
  • Request correction or deletion of their data
  • Opt out of communications by contacting the Club

Requests can be made by reaching out to a Club officer via Discord or email.

6. Third-Party Services

Our Discord server, website, and event platforms may use third-party services. These services have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their data practices.

7. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be communicated through Club channels, and continued participation in the Club indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

8. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via our official Discord or email us at furries.clubs@oregonstate.edu.