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Waterfront Organizations of Oregon (WOOO)

Effective Date: July 13th, 2026 Last Updated: July 13th, 2026

Waterfront Organizations of Oregon (“WOOO,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website and members of our organization. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information you provide directly

  • Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
  • Business or organization name (for members and associate members)
  • Membership application details
  • Messages submitted through contact forms
  • Newsletter or email list sign-up information
  • Payment information submitted for membership dues or event registration (processed securely through a third-party payment provider; WOOO does not store full payment card details)

Information collected automatically

  • IP address, browser type, and device information
  • Pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring website
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5 below)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process and manage membership applications and renewals
  • Communicate with members and website visitors, including newsletters, meeting notices, and legislative updates
  • Provide information about waterfront issues, advocacy efforts, and member benefits
  • Invite members to meetings, events, and the annual gala banquet
  • Respond to inquiries submitted through the website
  • Improve our website and better understand how it is used
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:

  • Service providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate the website, process payments, send communications, or manage membership records. These providers are only permitted to use your information to perform services on our behalf.
  • Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law, or in response to a valid legal request.
  • Organizational purposes: Member contact information may be used internally to facilitate communication among WOOO members, meeting coordination, and voting processes for Voting Level Members.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, understand site traffic, and analyze how visitors use our site. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including partner organizations, government agencies, or member businesses. WOOO is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for a general audience and is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Your Choices and Rights

You may:

  • Opt out of email communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails
  • Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us using the information below
  • Decline to provide certain information, though this may limit your ability to access certain features, such as membership applications

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

WOOO may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal or operational reasons. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us via the Contact Us link or:

Waterfront Organizations of Oregon 10350 N. Vancouver Way #5082 Portland Oregon 97217

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This Privacy Policy is provided as general guidance for the WOOO website and is not a substitute for legal advice. We recommend having this document reviewed by an attorney familiar with applicable state and federal privacy laws before publishing it live.