We respect your work.
And your privacy.
The Columbus Society of Communicating Arts (“CSCA,” “we,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our members, event participants, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information in connection with our website, memberships, events, awards programs, communications, and related services.
- Information We Collect
CSCA collects personal information only when it is voluntarily provided, such as contact details, professional affiliation, payment-related information (processed by third-party providers), and any information you choose to submit when joining CSCA, registering for events, submitting work or applications, making donations or purchases, subscribing to communications, or contacting us.
We may also collect limited non-identifying information automatically when you visit our website to help us understand and improve how it is used.
- How We Use Information
We use this information to manage memberships and benefits; administer events, programs, and awards; process registrations, donations, and purchases; communicate CSCA updates and opportunities; and maintain internal records. Some information may be processed by trusted third-party services that support CSCA operations. CSCA respects the privacy of its members and the public interacting with us. We do not sell, rent, or distribute personal or member information.
- Payments & Data Security
CSCA does not store full credit card or banking information. All payments and donations are processed through secure third-party platforms, and we take appropriate measures to protect personal information.
- Data Retention & Your Choices
Personal information is retained only as long as needed to support CSCA programs, operations, and historical records. You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, or opt out of email communications, by contacting CSCA.
- Additional Information
CSCA services are intended for individuals age 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Our website and communications may include links to third-party websites or social platforms; CSCA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of CSCA’s services constitutes acceptance of any changes. For questions or requests related to privacy, please contact us.
Columbus Society of Communicating Arts
P.O. Box 2004
Columbus, OH 43216