Effective Date: July 1, 2025

Northern Dutchess Day Care Center ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://www.nddcc.org.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Fill out contact or enrollment forms

• Sign up for newsletters or email updates

• Make a donation

• Log in or access third-party services (such as Brightwheel)

• Communicate with us by email or phone

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and details related to your child such as name, birthdate, or special needs.

We may also collect non-personal information automatically through tools such as Google Analytics, including: browser type, device info, pages visited, time spent on site, and referring websites.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests

• Process enrollment interest or contact forms

• Send newsletters and center updates

• Manage donations and payments

• Improve website performance and user experience

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information with trusted third-party providers such as:

• Google (for analytics)

• Payment processors (e.g., Square or PayPal)

• Email marketing platforms

• Brightwheel (for account login and communication)

These third parties are required to safeguard your data and use it only for the intended service.

4. Data Storage and Retention

Form submissions and personal data may be stored through services such as Squarespace, Google, Brightwheel, or integrated tools.
We retain this information only as long as necessary for operational purposes. Upon request, we are happy to update or delete your information.

5. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children. Any information about a child submitted through a form is provided by a parent or guardian.
Photos of children featured on the site appear with parental consent.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to track usage patterns and improve performance.
You may disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

7. Your Rights

You may request to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you

• Correct or update your information

• Delete your data from our records

• Withdraw consent for communication at any time

To make a request, please email us at: info@nddcc.org

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party platforms (such as Brightwheel).
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

9. Photo & Content Use

© 2025 Northern Dutchess Day Care Center. All rights reserved.
All content and photography on this website are the property of Northern Dutchess Day Care Center and are used with permission.
Photos of children appear with parental consent and may not be copied or shared without written approval.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Northern Dutchess Day Care Center
26 Mount Rutsen Rd, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
📞 (845) 876‑2063
📧 info@nddcc.org
🌐 https://northerndutchessdaycare.org/contact-us