Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website, membership application, or SMS program:

Information You Provide Directly

• Full name
• Email address
• Mobile phone number
• Business name and industry
• Billing and payment information (processed securely via Stripe)
• Any other information submitted through our forms or member portal

Information Collected Automatically

• IP address and browser type
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring URLs and device information
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5)

SMS Opt-In Information

When you opt in to receive SMS messages from us, we collect your mobile phone number and record your consent. This information is used solely to send you the messages you have agreed to receive.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process your membership application and subscription payments
• To send you event invitations, RSVP confirmations, and dinner details
• To communicate membership updates, reminders, and announcements
• To send SMS messages you have opted in to receive (see Section 3)
• To respond to your questions or support requests
• To improve our website, services, and member experience
• To comply with applicable legal obligations

3. SMS Opt-In Details

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive SMS communications from Small Business Dinner Club LLC, you agree to receive text messages including:

• Membership confirmation and welcome messages
• Event reminders and dinner location reveals
• RSVP confirmations and cancellation notices
• Important membership updates and announcements

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies based on your membership activity and upcoming events. You may receive up to 6–8 messages per month.

Message & Data Rates

Message and data rates may apply. Charges are billed by and payable to your mobile carrier.

How to Opt Out

You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any text message. After opting out, you will receive one final confirmation message. To re-subscribe, text START to the same number.

Help

For help with SMS, reply HELP to any text message or contact us at info@smallbusinessdinnerclubsc.com.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party vendors (such as Stripe for payment processing, and our SMS platform) who assist in operating our services. These vendors are contractually required to protect your data and may only use it to perform services on our behalf.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

We do not share your SMS opt-in data or mobile phone number with any third party for marketing purposes under any circumstances.

5. Cookie & Tracking Information

Our website uses cookies, tracking technologies, and analytics tools to collect information about how you interact with our site. Cookies are small text files placed on your device by your web browser when you visit our website.

Types of Cookies and Tracking Technologies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Strictly necessary for the website to function. These enable core features such as page navigation and form submission. The site cannot function properly without these cookies.
• Analytics Tools: We use web analytics to collect anonymous data about how visitors use our website — including pages visited, time on site, and traffic sources. This data helps us improve our website. No personally identifiable information is collected through analytics cookies.
• Preference Cookies: These cookies remember your settings so we can provide a more personalized experience on return visits.
• Tracking Technologies: We may use tracking pixels to measure the effectiveness of our marketing. These do not share your information with advertisers for their own use.

Managing Cookies

You may disable or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Do Not Track

Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals. We do not sell your data or use it for third-party advertising purposes.

6. Data Security Practices

Small Business Dinner Club LLC takes the security of your personal information seriously. We implement reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction.

Our Security Measures Include

• SSL/TLS Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our website is encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) / Transport Layer Security (TLS) technology.
• Secure Payment Processing: All payment transactions are processed through Stripe, which is PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant. We do not store your full credit card number on our servers.
• Access Controls: Access to member data is restricted to authorized personnel only, on a need-to-know basis. Staff with access to personal data are required to maintain its confidentiality.
• Secure Hosting: Our website and member portal are hosted on platforms with enterprise-grade security infrastructure and regular security updates.
• Data Minimization: We collect only the personal information necessary to provide our services and do not retain data longer than needed.
• Regular Security Reviews: We periodically review our security practices and update them as necessary to address new threats or vulnerabilities.

Data Breach Notification

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you promptly in accordance with applicable law and take immediate steps to mitigate any harm.

Your Role in Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your member portal login credentials. Please use a strong, unique password and do not share your account information with others. Contact us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your account.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements.
• Opt-Out of SMS: Reply STOP to any SMS message at any time to unsubscribe.
• Opt-Out of Marketing Emails: Click "unsubscribe" in any marketing email or contact us directly.
• Data Portability: You may request your data in a commonly used, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@smallbusinessdinnerclubsc.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Age Restriction

Our services, including our SMS program, are intended for individuals who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If we become aware that a minor has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.