1. Introduction
Unruled Masses (“UM,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the public about instances of corruption worldwide and empowering individuals to take informed, lawful actions to counteract corruption. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained through our website, digital platforms, communications, events, and other activities (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
You may provide personal information when you:
- Subscribe to newsletters or alerts
- Sign petitions or calls to action
- Donate or fundraise
- Register for events, webinars, or trainings
- Contact us or submit inquiries
- Participate in surveys, campaigns, or advocacy efforts
This information may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, country of residence, organizational affiliation, and any other information you choose to provide.
b. Information Collected Automatically
When you interact with our Services, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and operating system
- Device identifiers
- Pages viewed, links clicked, and referring URLs
- Date and time of access
We use Google Analytics 4 to collect this information. Google Analytics uses cookies to track usage data, which is sent to Google LLC, a US-based third party,
and processed in accordance with Google's privacy policy. Analytics cookies are only set after you explicitly grant consent via the cookie banner on this
site. You may withdraw consent at any time by clicking Decline on the banner (clearing your browser's local storage will cause the banner to reappear), or by
adjusting your browser's cookie settings.
c. Donation and Payment Information
If you make a donation, payment information (such as credit card details) is processed by third-party payment processors. We do not store full payment card information on our own systems.
3. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and improve our Services
- Educate and inform the public about corruption-related issues
- Deliver newsletters, alerts, and calls to action
- Process donations and maintain financial records
- Respond to inquiries and provide support
- Conduct research, analysis, and impact measurement
- Comply with legal, regulatory, and reporting obligations
- Protect the security and integrity of our organization and users
We may aggregate or anonymize information for research, reporting, or public-interest purposes.
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
a. Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with website hosting, email distribution, data analytics, payment processing, event management, and similar functions. These providers are authorized to use personal information only as necessary to provide services to us.
b. Legal and Compliance Purposes
We may disclose information if required to do so by law or court order, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, safety, or the rights and safety of others.
c. Advocacy and Public Engagement
When you voluntarily participate in petitions, letters, or advocacy campaigns, certain information (such as your name, city, or country) may be shared with the relevant decision-makers or publicly displayed, as described at the time of participation, unless you indicate your desire for anonymity and such anonymity is possible.
d. Organizational Changes
If we undergo a merger, restructuring, or transfer of assets, personal information may be transferred as part of that process, subject to applicable privacy protections.
5. International Activities and Data Transfers
As an organization addressing corruption worldwide, we may collect and process information across borders. Your information may be stored or processed in countries other than your own, which may have different data protection laws. We take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Access or request a copy of your personal information
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of certain communications
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
You may unsubscribe from our emails at any time using the link provided in our communications or by contacting us directly.
9. Links to Third-Party Sites
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our Services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Unruled Masses
228 Park Ave S
PMB 411976
New York, New York 10003-1502 US