Privacy Policy
Great Lakes Barbecue Association (GLBBQA)
Last Updated: 1/23/2026
1. Introduction
The Great Lakes Barbecue Association (GLBBQA) (“GLBBQA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you:
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Visit our website (https://glbbqa.com)
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Become a member
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Register for events or competitions
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Make a donation or payment
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Communicate with us
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
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Name
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Email address
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Mailing address
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Phone number
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Membership details
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Event registration information
b. Payment Information
Payments are processed securely through Stripe.
GLBBQA does not store full credit card numbers or sensitive payment data.
Stripe may collect:
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Card type
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Last four digits of card
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Billing address
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Transaction details
Stripe’s privacy practices are governed by their own privacy policy.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Manage memberships and renewals
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Process payments and donations
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Register you for events, classes, and competitions
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Communicate about GLBBQA activities, updates, and opportunities
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Respond to inquiries and provide support
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Improve our website and services
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
4. Communications
We may send:
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Membership-related emails
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Event announcements
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Important organizational updates
You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
5. Sharing of Information
GLBBQA does not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information only with:
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Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms)
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Event partners when necessary for registration or participation
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Legal authorities if required by law
All third parties are expected to protect your information appropriately.
6. Cookies & Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
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Improve site functionality
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Understand how visitors use our site
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Enhance user experience
You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, though some features may not function properly.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
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Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
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Maintain membership records
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Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
9. Children’s Privacy
GLBBQA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If such information is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.
10. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal information
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Request corrections
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Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
Requests may be sent to [[email protected]].
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. GLBBQA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
12. International Visitors
GLBBQA operates primarily in the United States. If you access our site from outside the U.S. (including Canada), you acknowledge that your information may be processed and stored in the United States.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Great Lakes Barbecue Association (GLBBQA)
Website: https://glbbqa.com
Email: [email protected]