Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 16, 2026

The American Institute of Polish Culture Inc. (“AIPC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at https://ampolinstitute.com (the “Service”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, register for events, make donations, subscribe to communications, or otherwise interact with our Service.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Information

Personally identifiable information may include:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number (including mobile number)

• Mailing address

• Billing and payment information (if making a donation or purchase)

• Event registration details

• Communication preferences

B. SMS Opt-In Information

If you opt in to receive SMS/text messages from us, we may collect:

• Your mobile phone number

• Date and time of opt-in

• Consent confirmation records

• SMS communication history

C. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Date and time of visit

• Referring website

• Time spent on pages

• Interaction data

D. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our website and services

• Process donations, ticket purchases, and event registrations

• Send event confirmations and important updates

• Respond to inquiries

• Send newsletters and marketing communications

• Send SMS notifications if you have opted in

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Comply with legal obligations

• Prevent fraud or misuse of our Service

We do not sell your personal information.

3. SMS Communications & Opt-In Policy

If you choose to opt in to receive SMS communications:

• You will receive messages related to events, updates, reminders, or promotions.

• Message frequency may vary.

• Message and data rates may apply.

• You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.

• For help, reply HELP or contact us directly.

Your consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of purchase or donation.

We maintain records of SMS consent in compliance with applicable laws.

4. Cookies & Tracking Practices

We use cookies for:

• Website functionality

• Performance analytics

• Understanding visitor behavior

• Improving user experience

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.

We may use third-party analytics tools (such as website analytics providers) that collect non-identifiable usage information.

5. Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party service providers to assist with:

• Payment processing

• Email marketing

• SMS communication services

• Event registration systems

• Website hosting

• Analytics services

These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services and are contractually obligated to protect your data.

6. Data Security & Handling

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

7. User Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your information

• Withdraw consent for communications

• Opt out of marketing emails or SMS messages

• Request information about how your data is used

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

8. Mobile Information Sharing Statement

We do not share, sell, rent, or disclose mobile phone numbers or SMS consent data to third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.

Mobile information collected for SMS communications will only be used for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child without verified parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.

10. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of external sites.

11. Legal Compliance

We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law, regulation, subpoena, or other legal process.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

The American Institute of Polish Culture Inc.
Website: https://ampolinstitute.com
Email: assistant@ampolinstitute.org
Mailing Address:

1440 79th Street Causeway, Suite 117
Miami, FL 33141