Privacy Policy
How we protect and handle your personal information
Last updated: July 10, 2025
Introduction
Lantern Strategic operates the SMB AI Community of Practice website and community platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information when you visit our website or participate in our community.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. This policy describes what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we use and protect it.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
When you apply for membership or contact us, we may collect:
- Name and contact information (email, phone number)
- Company or organization information
- Professional background and AI experience details
- Communication preferences and interests
Automatically Collected Information
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website, including:
- Website usage patterns and page views
- Device and browser information
- General location information (city/state level)
- Session duration and interaction patterns
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process membership applications and manage community participation
- Communicate about meetings, events, and community updates
- Feature Founding Members and Core Members on our website (with their consent)
- Improve our website and community experience
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We Do Not Sell Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or loan your personal information to any third parties. Your information stays within our community.
We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: We use Stripe for payment processing, which handles payment information according to their privacy policy and industry security standards.
- Website Recognition: Founding Members and Core Members may be featured on our website with their name and company information as a benefit of their membership status.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:
- Secure data transmission and storage
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Update: Request access to or correction of your personal information
- Website Removal: Members featured on our website can request removal of their information at any time
- Communication Preferences: Opt out of non-essential communications
- Data Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
Cookies and Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit our site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on or by adjusting your browser settings to reject cookies.
User-Generated Content
Our website does not allow users to upload content or create user accounts. All content sharing and collaboration occurs through our secure community platform and meetings, where appropriate privacy protections are maintained.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify members of any significant changes via email and post the updated policy on our website with a new "last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us:
Email: support@smbaicop.com
Community Facilitator: Available through our member portal
Organization: Lantern Strategic
Questions About Privacy?
We're committed to transparency about how we handle your information. Contact us anytime with questions or concerns.
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