Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 9, 2025

Introduction

Your trust matters to us. The Fort Lauderdale Fire and Safety Museum is dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your experience—online and in person—is safe, respectful, and transparent.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or connect with us through our programs and events.

By using our website or providing information to us, you agree to the collection and use of information as described here.

Who We Are

Our website address is: https://fortlauderdalefiremuseum.org.

The Fort Lauderdale Fire and Safety Museum is a nonprofit organization committed to preserving the history of Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue and educating the public about fire safety, service, and community pride.

Information We Collect

We collect two types of information to help us serve you better:

1. Personal Information

You may choose to provide personal details such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Postal address
  • Donation or event registration details

We use this information only to communicate with you, process donations or event registrations, and improve your experience with the museum.

2. Usage and Log Data

When you visit our website, we automatically collect standard information known as Log Data. This may include:

  • Your computer’s IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Date and time of your visit
  • We use this information only to understand how visitors interact with our website and to improve its performance and accessibility.

Media

If you upload images to our website (for example, through staff or volunteer accounts), please avoid including location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the website could download and extract location information from posted images.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies—small text files stored on your device—to improve your browsing experience.

Cookies help us understand how visitors use our site and remember basic preferences, such as display settings or session information.

If you log into our website, temporary cookies may be used to remember your session and screen preferences. These contain no personal data and expire automatically when you close your browser.

You can adjust your browser settings to accept or refuse cookies at any time. If you choose to disable cookies, some parts of the website may not function fully, but you will still be able to access most of our content.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Some pages on our website may include embedded content such as videos, maps, or social media posts.

Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited those sites directly. These external websites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction according to their own privacy policies.

We encourage visitors to review those policies for more information.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your messages, questions, or requests
  • Send updates about museum events, programs, and volunteer opportunities
  • Process and acknowledge donations
  • Improve our website, programs, and visitor experience
  • Meet legal and reporting obligations as a nonprofit organization

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools and service providers to help us operate our website and improve your experience.

These partners may include:

  • Payment processors for donations or ticket sales
  • Email newsletter platforms
  • Web analytics tools

These providers have limited access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are required to protect it and keep it confidential.

Data Retention

For registered users (such as museum staff or volunteers), we store the personal information provided in their user profile.

Users can view, edit, or delete their information at any time, except for their username.

We retain other submitted data, such as contact form messages or donation information, only as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose and meet legal or accounting requirements.

Your Data Rights

If you have provided personal information through our website—for example, via a contact form or donation—you may request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you.

You may also request that we delete any personal data we hold, except for information we are legally required to keep for administrative or security purposes.

To make a data request, please contact us at info@fortlauderdalefiremuseum.org.

Where Your Data Is Sent

Certain information, such as contact form submissions or donation details, may be processed through secure third-party services that help us manage communication, transactions, or security.

These partners are required to handle your information responsibly and use it only for the purpose of providing those specific services.

Security

We take appropriate steps to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. While no online method is 100% secure, we use trusted technologies and reputable service providers to safeguard your information.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and programs welcome families and children, but we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it promptly.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to partner organizations, educational resources, or event pages.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect improvements in our website, services, or legal requirements.

Any updates will be posted on this page and are effective immediately upon posting.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Fort Lauderdale Fire and Safety Museum
1022 W. Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

📞 (954) 368-7179

📧 info@fortlauderdalefiremuseum.org

🌐 https://fortlauderdalefiremuseum.org

Summary for Visitors

We collect limited information to improve your experience and communicate effectively with our community.

We value your privacy, use your data responsibly, and never sell or share your information for marketing purposes.

Our mission is to preserve history, teach safety, and build community—with the same respect and integrity that guides our service.