Privacy Policy

Longmont Cleanup Cup (cleanupcup.org)

Last updated: August 8, 2026

1. Introduction

Interwoven Earth ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website Longmont Cleanup Cup located at cleanupcup.org (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and share it, and the choices you have. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is collected automatically when you use the Site.

Information you provide to us:

• Identifiers such as your name and email address when you contact us, subscribe, or submit a form.
• Account credentials, such as your username and a hashed password, when you register for an account.

Information collected automatically:

• Log and device data, such as your IP address, user, browser type, referring pages, and the dates and times of your visits.
• We use session cookies to keep track of which user is logged in on a given browser
• Usage data describing how you interact with the Site, including the pages you view and the links you click.

3. How we use your information:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its features.
• To respond to your questions, requests, and support inquiries.
• To create and manage your account and authenticate your access.
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and abuse.
• To comply with our legal obligations and enforce our terms.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve the Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use essential cookies that are necessary for the Site to function and, where applicable, functional and preference cookies that remember your settings.

You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable cookies, some parts of the Site may not function properly.

5. User Accounts

When you create an account, we store the information needed to maintain and secure it. You are responsible for keeping your login credentials confidential. You may update or request deletion of your account information at any time by contacting us at interwovenearth@proton.me.

6. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information, and we don't use it for ad-related tracking or targeting.

We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• With service providers who perform functions on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, email delivery, and payment processing, and who are bound to use the information only to provide those services.
• To comply with a legal obligation, court order, or lawful request from public authorities.
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users, the public, or us, including to detect and prevent fraud.
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case any successor will be bound by this policy.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.

8. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. For children under 13 we only collect a first name or user name and pair with an adult team lead. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

NOTICE TO PARENTS AND GUARDIANS

This Children's Privacy Policy describes how Interwoven Earth collects, uses, and discloses personal information from children under 13 years of age through cleanupcup.org. This policy is designed to comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act ("COPPA"), 15 U.S.C. Section 6501 et seq., and its implementing regulations at 16 CFR Part 312, including the FTC's amended COPPA Rule (published in the Federal Register April 22, 2025; effective June 23, 2025), with which covered operators were required to comply by April 22, 2026.

9.1 OVERVIEW

9.1.1 What This Policy Covers

This policy applies to personal information collected from children under 13 through cleanupcup.org

9.1.2 Age Verification

We use the following methods to determine if a user is a child age selection at signup.

9.1.3 Definitions

"Child" means an individual under 13 years of age.

"Parent" includes a legal guardian.

"Personal Information" means individually identifiable information about an individual collected online, including:

• First and last name
• Physical address including street name and city/town
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Social Security number
• Any identifier that permits physical or online contact
• Photographs, videos, or audio files containing a child's image or voice
• Geolocation information sufficient to identify street name and city/town
• Persistent identifiers used to recognize users over time and across sites (when used for purposes other than supporting internal operations)

9.2 INFORMATION WE COLLECT FROM CHILDREN

9.2.1 Information Collected Directly

We may collect the following information directly from children: first name.

9.2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Under COPPA, persistent identifiers (such as cookies or device IDs) are not considered "personal information" when used solely to support internal operations of the website or online service

We may collect the following information automatically to support internal operation and website function:

• Log and device data, such as your IP address, user, browser type, referring pages, and the dates and times of your visits.
• We use session cookies to keep track of which user is logged in on a given browser
• Usage data describing how you interact with the Site, including the pages you view and the links you click.

9.2.3 Information Collected from Third Parties

We do not collect children's personal information from third parties

9.3 HOW WE USE CHILDREN'S INFORMATION

9.3.1 Permitted Usage

We use children's personal information for the following purposes:

• Website listing first name only for team grouping
• To track team points

9.4 PARENTAL CONSENT

9.4.1 Consent Requirements

Under COPPA, we must obtain verifiable parental consent before:

• Collecting personal information from a child (beyond what is necessary for internal operations)
• Using personal information for purposes other than internal operations
• Disclosing personal information to third parties (except service providers supporting internal operations)
• Enabling a child to make personal information publicly available

9.4.2 Exceptions to Consent Requirement

Consent is NOT required for:

• Collecting a parent's online contact information to obtain consent
• Collecting a parent's online contact information to provide voluntary notice
• Responding to a one-time request from a child (information deleted after response)
• Protecting the safety of a child
• Protecting the security of the site
• Legal compliance
• Supporting internal operations using persistent identifiers

PARENTAL RIGHTS

9.5.1 Your Rights Under COPPA

As a parent or guardian, you have the right to:

• Right to Review: Request to review the personal information we have collected from your child.
• Right to Delete: Request that we delete your child's personal information.
• Right to Refuse: Refuse to permit further collection or use of your child's personal information.
• Right to Revoke: Revoke consent you have previously provided.

9.5.2 How to Exercise your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us by email: interwovenearth@pm.me.

When contacting us, please provide:

• Your name and relationship to the child
• The child's first name and username (if applicable)
• Your contact information
• Proof of identity (we will verify your identity before fulfilling requests)

9.5.3 Response Timeline

We will respond to your request within [30] days of receipt. We may contact you to verify your identity and relationship to the child.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of the Site after any change constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at interwovenearth@proton.me, or by mail at the address of Interwoven Earth.