Privacy Policy
The Tampa Java User Group (“TJUG”, “we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you engage with our community—whether through our website, events, newsletters, or any other services we provide.
📋 Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
• Contact Information: Name, email address, and social profiles (e.g., when you join our mailing list or RSVP to an event).
• Event Participation: Details about your attendance or volunteer activity at TJUG events.
• Professional Info (optional): Job title, company, or interests—only when provided for networking or speaker submissions.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.
🎯 How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
• Send you event invitations, updates, and community news
• Manage event logistics (RSVPs, waitlists, check-ins)
• Improve our website and communications
• Connect you with relevant sponsors or opportunities (only with your consent)
• Recognize your contributions (e.g., speakers, volunteers, donors)
🔐 How We Protect Your Information
We use industry-standard tools and practices to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Data access is limited to trusted TJUG organizers and partners who are bound by confidentiality obligations.
💬 Sharing of Information
We do not sell or trade your personal information.
We may share limited data only when:
• Required by law (e.g., legal or government requests)
• Collaborating with a trusted sponsor or event partner—but only if you’ve opted in
• Using third-party tools (like Meetup, Mailchimp, or Slack) in accordance with their privacy policies
🍪 Cookies & Tracking
Our site may use cookies or tracking technologies for:
• Understanding visitor behavior and improving usability
• Remembering your preferences
• Measuring engagement with our content
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
📧 Your Choices
You may:
• Unsubscribe from our emails at any time via the link in the footer
• Request access or deletion of your data by emailing us at privacy@tampajug.org
• Update your preferences for communications or involvement
👥 Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., sponsors, Meetup.com). We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
🔄 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We’ll post the updated version here with a revised effective date.
📬 Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@tampajug.org
By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.