Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

1. Introduction

VictimDefense.org (“we,” “our,” or “the Organization”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to protecting vulnerable individuals from abuse, retaliation, and institutional injustice. We are equally committed to respecting your privacy and ensuring responsible use of your data. By accessing or using our website (the “Site”), you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

2. Privacy Policy

2.1 Information We Collect

We may collect personal information through:

Online forms (e.g., victim intake, misconduct reporting, donations, volunteer sign-ups)
Email or phone communication
Analytics and cookies for performance, security, and improvement

Types of data collected:

Name, phone number, and email address
Demographic details (age, location)
Incident-related details and uploaded files (optional)
Donation and billing information (processed securely through third-party services)

2.2 Use of Information

We use your information to:

Review and respond to victim reports and requests
Investigate reports of misconduct
Provide referrals to professionals in our trusted network
Deliver newsletters and updates (if opted-in)
Process donations securely

2.3 Third-Party Services

We may use trusted vendors including:

Stripe or Donorbox for payment processing
Google Analytics for site usage metrics
Secure cloud platforms for encrypted data storage

These providers are required to protect your information consistent with this policy.

2.4 Children and Youth Privacy

We are especially cautious about data submitted by or on behalf of minors. All data collected related to children is protected in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

2.5 Cookies and Tracking

Cookies may be used to:

Improve website functionality
Analyze user behavior anonymously
Protect against misuse and security breaches

Users can opt out via their browser settings.

2.6 Data Security and Retention

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. We retain information only as long as necessary for our mission, legal compliance, or investigative purposes.

2.7 Your Rights

You may:

Request access to your data
Request correction or deletion (subject to legal limitations)
Withdraw consent for communications

3. Terms of Use

3.1 Use of the Site

You agree to:

Use the site in a lawful, respectful manner
Refrain from submitting false or defamatory reports
Not attempt to disrupt or compromise the site

We reserve the right to accept, reject, or discontinue services, responses, or communications at our sole discretion.

3.2 No Legal or Medical Advice

VictimDefense.org provides support, resources, and advocacy, but does not offer formal legal representation or medical treatment. Any referrals are for informational purposes only.

3.3 Limitation of Liability

We make no guarantees of outcomes related to submitted reports or requests for help. The Organization is not responsible for errors or actions taken by third-party partners or institutions.

3.4 Intellectual Property

All content on this site is the property of VictimDefense.org and may not be reproduced without permission.

3.5 Indemnification

By using our services, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless VictimDefense.org, its staff, volunteers, and affiliates from any claim or liability arising out of your misuse of the Site or submitted content.

3.6 Jurisdiction and Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any disputes shall be resolved in Florida courts.

3.7 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes via our website.

4. Contact Us

Questions or concerns? Please contact us:

Email: privacy@victimdefense.org
Mail: Victim Defense, Inc., 5846 S Flamingo Rd, Suite 1100, Cooper City, FL 33330