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PRIVACY POLICY

(Children’s Media Research & Reform Lab – CMRRL)

Effective Date: March 1, 2025

The Children’s Media Research & Reform Lab (“CMRRL,” “we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website (www.cmrrl.org), sign up for updates, or make a donation.

 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, country, and other contact details you provide when you sign up, donate, or contact us.
     

  • Donation Information: Donation amount, billing details, and payment method (processed securely by our provider, Givebutter). We do not store your full payment card details.
     

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device, and usage data collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools.
     

 

2. How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and acknowledge donations, and provide tax receipts.
     

  • Send occasional updates, newsletters, and opportunities to support our mission (only if you have consented).
     

  • Record your signature of support for our advocacy campaigns.
     

  • Improve and protect our website and services.
     

  • Comply with legal obligations.
     

 

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or trade your information. We may share information with:

  • Trusted Service Providers (e.g., Givebutter, Kit, Google Workspace) who process data on our behalf under strict agreements.
     

  • Regulators or authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.
     

 

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR compliance)

  • Consent: For newsletters and campaign updates.
     

  • Contract: To process donations or event registrations.
     

  • Legitimate Interest: To administer our website and advocacy work.
     

 

5. International Supporters

CMRRL is based in the United States. If you access our site from outside the U.S., your data may be transferred and stored in the U.S. We use safeguards required by law to protect this data.

 

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your data.
     

  • Restrict or object to processing.
     

  • Withdraw consent at any time.
     

  • File a complaint with a data protection authority.
     

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@cmrrl.org.

 

7. Data Retention

We keep your information only as long as needed for the purposes described or as required by law. Donation records may be retained for IRS compliance.

 

8. Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve site performance and measure traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

 

9. Email Communications

You will only receive newsletters or campaign updates if you opted in. Each message will include an unsubscribe link.

 

10. Security

We use industry-standard security to protect your information, including SSL encryption and secure third-party processors.

 

11. Children’s Privacy

Our site is intended for adults and caregivers, not children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

 

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a new effective date.

 

13. Contact Us

Children’s Media Research & Reform Lab (CMRRL)
4850 Radford Ave, Valley Village, CA 91607
Email: Info@cmrrl.org
EIN: 33-3713471 

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