Last updated: December 14, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Ebony Network (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit our website or interact with our online content, events, and email communications.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Who we are and how to contact us
Ebony Network is an online community and networking platform based in Chandler, Arizona, serving primarily women of color and their allies across the United States.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, you can contact us using the contact form on this website. We currently accept contact by email only and do not list a mailing address at this time.
Information we collect
The information we collect depends on how you interact with the site.
Information you provide directly
You may choose to provide information when you:
- Submit a contact form
- Sign up for our newsletter or email list
- Complete a Join Us or event interest form (including external forms such as Google Forms)
- Respond to surveys, waitlists, or other forms we may add in the future
The information you provide may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- City/region
- Business or organization information
- Details about your interests, goals, or event preferences
- Any other information you choose to share in free‑text fields
Because some forms (such as Google Forms) can be updated over time, the exact fields we collect may change. The form you are filling out will indicate which information is requested at the time you submit it.
We do not collect or store credit card numbers or other full payment details on this website. Payments for events or services are handled off‑site by third‑party platforms.
Information collected automatically
When you visit the site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type and device information
- Pages viewed and links clicked
- Date, time, and duration of visits
- Referring website or campaign (where you came from)
This information is typically collected through cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies.
Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Help the site function properly
- Understand how visitors use the site
- Improve content and user experience
- Support analytics and marketing efforts
We may use tools such as Google Analytics and may add other tools (such as Meta/Facebook pixels or similar tracking technologies) in the future. These third parties may set their own cookies and may collect or receive information from your browser for measurement and advertising purposes, according to their own privacy policies.
You can control cookies through your browser settings and, in some cases, through the settings offered by the third‑party tools themselves. Limiting cookies may affect your experience on the site.
How we use your information
We use the information we collect for purposes including:
- Responding to inquiries and messages
- Providing information about Ebony Network and our activities
- Sending newsletters, event announcements, and community updates
- Sending event reminders and follow‑ups
- Sharing offers, opportunities, and content we believe may be valuable to our community
- Personalizing content and communications where appropriate
- Conducting internal analytics and improving our services, events, and website
- Maintaining the security and integrity of the site
- Complying with applicable laws and responding to legal requests
Email communications and marketing
When you subscribe to our newsletter, join our email list, or indicate that you want to stay in touch, we use your email address to send:
- Newsletters
- Event invitations and reminders
- Announcements about programs, resources, or offerings
- Other communications related to Ebony Network and its community
Email campaigns may be sent through platforms such as Mailchimp or other email service providers we may use in the future.
Each marketing email will include an unsubscribe link that allows you to opt out of future marketing communications at any time. Even if you unsubscribe from marketing emails, we may still send non‑marketing messages related to things like event confirmations or important updates about services you have requested.
When we share information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Email marketing and communication platforms (for example, Mailchimp or similar providers) to send newsletters and updates
- Event and registration platforms (such as Eventbrite, Zoom, or similar services) if we use them to manage signups or event access
- Payment processors (such as Stripe, PayPal, or other platforms) when you register or pay for events or services; these providers process payments on their own systems, and we do not store full payment details
- Analytics and advertising tools, such as Google Analytics or social media pixels, for measurement and marketing
- Service providers and contractors who assist with hosting, website maintenance, or other business functions and who are allowed to use the information only as needed to provide services to us
- Authorities or other parties when required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights, safety, or the rights and safety of others
As our tools and partners evolve, we may add or change providers; when we do, they will be subject to similar privacy and security expectations.
Data retention
We keep personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Maintain our relationship with subscribers and community members
- Provide and improve our events, content, and services
- Meet legal, accounting, or reporting obligations
Because our community and systems may change over time, we may adjust retention periods. When information is no longer needed, we may delete it or anonymize it.
Data security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to help protect personal information, including secure hosting and limiting access to authorized personnel only. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s privacy
This site and our events are primarily designed for adults. We do not knowingly seek or collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe a child under 18 has provided personal information through the site, please contact us so we can review and, where appropriate, delete that information.
Your choices and rights
You have choices about how your information is used, including:
- Emails: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the message.
- Cookies and tracking: You can adjust your browser settings to block or limit cookies or to alert you when cookies are being used.
- Access and updates: You can contact us if you have questions about the information we hold about you or if you want to request updates or corrections.
If you are located in certain jurisdictions (such as some U.S. states or countries outside the U.S.), you may have additional rights under local law. You can reach out through our contact form if you would like us to consider a request related to your information.
Third‑party links and content
Our website may link to or embed content from third‑party sites and services (for example, event platforms, social media, or video hosting). These third parties operate independently from Ebony Network and have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites, and we encourage you to review their policies when you visit them.
From time to time, Ebony Network may receive compensation through event hosting fees, sponsorships, partnerships, or affiliate relationships. This may include commissions earned when you register for events, purchase products, or sign up for services through links or promotions shared on this Site, in our emails, or at our events. We only share opportunities we believe may be valuable to our community, but you are always responsible for evaluating whether any product, service, or event is right for you. Any reviews, recommendations, or opinions expressed are based on our experiences and perspectives and do not guarantee your results.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website after any changes means you accept the updated Policy.