Who We Are
OK PAYDAY operates the website https://www.okpayday.org, which provides financial assistance through a community-based giving model.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal information when users interact with our website:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (when provided via forms).
- Payment Information: If you donate or subscribe to a membership, payment details are processed securely by our payment gateway (Stripe/Authorize.net). We do not store credit card or bank details.
- Membership & Transaction Data: Membership history, donation amounts, and payment preferences.
- Automatically Collected Information: IP addresses, browser type, and cookies to enhance user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To process donations and manage memberships.
- To send confirmation emails, updates, and notifications.
- To respond to inquiries submitted via our contact forms.
- To improve website functionality and user experience.
- To comply with legal and financial reporting requirements.
Google OAuth & Gmail API Usage
OK PAYDAY integrates with Google services to send transactional emails, such as membership confirmations and donation receipts.
What Google User Data We Access
Our website requests the following Google API scope:
- https://www.googleapis.com/auth/gmail.send – This scope allows our website to send emails on behalf of OK PAYDAY. No personal emails or inbox data are accessed.
How Google User Data is Used
We use Google’s Gmail API strictly to send automated emails, including:
- Membership confirmation emails.
- Donation receipts.
- General notifications related to OK PAYDAY activities.
Who We Share Google User Data With
We do not share, sell, or disclose any Google user data with third parties. Data is used only to send emails through our secure SMTP connection.
How We Protect Your Data
We use OAuth 2.0 authentication for Gmail API access, ensuring secure email sending. No Google account credentials are stored on our servers, and all email transmissions are encrypted.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell or trade user data. However, we may share necessary information with the following entities:
- **Payment Processors:** Stripe or Authorize.net for handling donations and memberships.
- **Email Service Providers:** For sending notifications and updates.
- **Legal Authorities:** If required by law.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to improve site functionality. Users can control cookie settings through their browser preferences.
How Long We Retain Your Data
User data is retained as follows:
- Membership records: As long as the membership is active.
- Donor transaction history: Retained for financial reporting.
- General contact form submissions: Stored for up to one year.
Your Rights Over Your Data
Users have the right to:
- Request a copy of personal data stored.
- Request data deletion (excluding financial records required for compliance).
- Revoke Google API access through Google Account Settings.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: info@okpayday.org