Privacy Policy
Western Leaders Network, and each of our programs and campaigns, is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy demonstrates our commitment to the privacy of our members and users of www.westernleaders.org and explains how we collect, use, and retain data.
Information Collected and Used by Western Leaders Network
Users must enter identifying information, including name, address, and contact information, to use some of the tools and functions of the Western Leaders Network website, such as the Western Leaders Network “take action” and donation pages. For example, when taking action on WLN’s website, you must identify yourself by name, address, email, and, in some cases, phone number. WLN includes this identifying information when we send your message to government officials and other decision-makers. This is necessary for your message to be effective and is often required by the recipients. Please note that letters sent to government agencies may be made publicly available, sometimes including the full name and address of the person(s) submitting the comments.
WLN does not disclose this information to anyone except to 1) identify you to those you contact through our website, as described in the following paragraphs, or 2) partner organizations whose work supports and furthers WLN’s mission, unless you specify that you do not want WLN to share your information with any other groups.
WLN does not collect private information from you without your explicit permission, and most of the WLN website does not require you to disclose personal information to view. You may always “opt out,” either now or at any time, if you do not wish to receive messages from WLN.
IP Addresses and Cookies
WLN also compiles basic information from users across our website, such as the date and time of your visit and your approximate location. WLN compiles this information into a statistical aggregate that WLN uses with your personal information for internal business and administrative purposes to improve our website, operations, and client service.
WLN uses your IP address to track usage and compile statistics on website usage so we may better communicate with and serve our supporters. Our website uses “cookies” to assist our users. “Cookies” are small packets of data stored on your computer that our website can read. For example, these cookies may auto-fill your first and last name into a donation page, so you do not have to re-enter that information multiple times. You can delete or cancel cookies stored on your computer through your web browser settings.
Email Subscriptions
The information collected when subscribing to a WLN email list is used to send email reminders and other relevant information. If you want to be removed from our email list(s), you can unsubscribe or opt out by emailing info@westernleaders.org.
Links to External Sites
The WLN website provides links to several other third-party websites. While WLN makes efforts to choose external links carefully, WLN is not responsible for the content of linked websites or for the privacy policies of these external websites. WLN encourages you to review the privacy policies posted on third-party websites prior to use.
Secure Transactions
When you donate to WLN through our website, your donation information is encrypted and transmitted via a secure connection. WLN uses your credit card information only for the purpose of processing your donation. We do not disclose this information except as necessary to process your donation.
Privacy Policy Changes
WLN may amend this privacy policy periodically. WLN will announce any changes to the privacy policy on its website and via email. Please review all revisions to our policy. WLN reserves the right to change its privacy policy at any time via electronic notice on our website or email. Your continued use of our website after the date that such notices are posted or emailed will be deemed to be your agreement to the changed terms.
Data Opt-Out and Other Inquiries
If you have any further questions regarding our privacy policy, would like to opt out of sharing your information with partner organizations, or wish to review the personal information we have on file for you, please send an email to info@westernleaders.org
Updated October 2024