Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 1, 2026

1. Introduction

Skål USA (“Skål USA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the security of personal information entrusted to us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website (the “Site”), interact with us online, apply for membership, register for events, or otherwise engage with Skål USA.

By using this Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Professional affiliation

  • Membership information

  • Event registration details

  • Payment information (processed through secure third-party providers)

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of access

  • Referring website

This information helps us analyze website usage and improve performance.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Process membership applications and renewals

  • Register attendees for events

  • Communicate updates, newsletters, and official notices

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Improve our website and services

  • Maintain organizational records

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information.

4. Membership & Partner Systems

Skål USA may use third-party platforms to manage membership data, event registrations, payments, and communications. These platforms process personal information on our behalf and are required to maintain appropriate safeguards.

Examples may include:

  • Association management systems

  • Payment processors

  • Email marketing services

  • Event registration platforms

  • AI tools

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those service providers.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve site functionality

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Remember user preferences

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Sharing of Information

We may share personal information:

  • With affiliated local Skål clubs for membership coordination

  • With service providers that assist in operating the organization

  • When required by law or legal process

  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of Skål USA or others

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

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill membership and organizational purposes

  • Maintain historical records

  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state or country of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • The right to request access to personal data

  • The right to request correction of inaccurate data

  • The right to request deletion (subject to legal obligations)

  • The right to opt out of certain communications

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

10. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites. Skål USA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Skål USA
Email: skalusadmin@skalusa.org
Phone: 727-871-3434