Welcome to Poppin Popcorn, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company (“Poppin Popcorn,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we and our trusted partners collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our services, including our website, mobile application, and any software provided in connection with Poppin Popcorn (collectively, the “Service”). It also outlines your choices regarding the collection and use of your information.
By using our Service, you acknowledge and agree that we provide a platform for you to share content, including photos, comments, and other materials (“User Content”), which may be publicly visible. Other users may search for, view, use, or share any User Content you make publicly available through the Service, subject to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access the Service (“Users”).
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect the following types of personal information:
a. Personal Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with Poppin Popcorn, we may collect personal information that you provide, including:
• Account Registration: When you create a Poppin Popcorn account, we collect your username, password, and email address.
• Profile Information: You may choose to provide additional details such as your first and last name, profile picture, phone number, and other information related to your activities and events. This helps us connect you with others on the Service.
• Fundraising Participation: If you organize or participate in a fundraiser, we may collect any content you upload, such as information regarding your nonprofit organization, your fundraising activities, donor or supporter information you provide to us, photos, comments, and other materials (“User Content”). If you are organizing a fundraiser, we may also collect payee information for fundraising proceeds, including your social security number or organization’s employer identification number, if required for tax purposes, address, organization name, and contact details. You may provide to us information on donors and supporters in connection with a campaign such as, supporter names, contact information (including email addresses and mobile numbers), and participation details.
• Orders & Transactions: When making a purchase or registering on our Service, you may be asked to provide your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, credit card details, or other information necessary for processing your order and enhancing your experience.
• Communications: We may send you Service-related emails or text messages, including account verification, updates, security notices, and changes to features. Please note that you cannot opt out of essential Service-related communications.
b. Analytics Information
We use third-party analytics tools to measure traffic and usage trends on our Service. These tools collect data sent by your device or through the Service, such as the web pages you visit, add-ons you use, and other relevant information. This helps us analyze user behavior and improve our Service based on usage patterns.
c. Cookies and Similar Technologies
When you use the Service, we may utilize cookies and similar technologies—such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage—to collect information about your interactions with Poppin Popcorn and enhance your experience.
Additionally, we may work with affiliates and third-party service providers to deliver ads or services to your devices. These third parties may use cookies or similar technologies, either placed by us or directly by them.
d. Log File Information
Each time you access our Service, your browser automatically reports log file information. This data may also be recorded when content is downloaded to your browser or device.
When you use the Service, our servers may automatically collect and store certain log data, including:
• Your web request and IP (Internet Protocol) address
• Browser type and settings
• Referring and exit pages/URLs
• Number of clicks and interactions with links
• Domain names and landing pages
• Pages viewed and time spent on the Service
Additionally, we may track similar data from emails sent to our users, helping us analyze which emails are opened and which links are clicked. This information enables us to generate accurate reports and improve the overall Service experience.
e. Device Identifiers
When you access our Service using a mobile device, such as a tablet or smartphone, we may collect, monitor, and store one or more device identifiers on your device or remotely.
A device identifier is a small data file or similar structure that uniquely identifies your mobile device. It may be:
• Stored in connection with your device’s hardware,
• Linked to your device’s operating system or software, or
• Sent to your device by Poppin Popcorn.
Device identifiers help us and our third-party service providers analyze how you browse and interact with the Service. They also enable us to deliver personalized content and advertisements.
Please note that some features of the Service may not function properly if device identifiers are disabled or restricted.
f. Metadata
Metadata is technical data associated with User Content that provides details about how, when, and by whom the content was created or modified. It may also include information about the content’s format. Users can manually add metadata to their content, or it may be automatically added.
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How Does Our Service Handle Do Not Track (DNT) Signals?
We, along with our third-party tracking partners, may use clear gifs (also known as Web Beacons/Web Bugs) to help us analyze the effectiveness of our content. These tracking technologies may be embedded in emails or other communications to track engagement, measure interests, and deliver more relevant content and services. We may also link this collected data to your personal information.
It is important to note that we allow third-party behavioral tracking on our Service.
2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
In addition to the specific uses outlined in this Privacy Policy, we may use the information we collect to:
• Enable easy access to your account information after you sign in.
• Store your preferences so you don’t have to re-enter them during your visit or future visits.
• Provide personalized content and marketing, including online ads and promotional materials tailored to you.
• Improve, test, and monitor the effectiveness of our Service.
• Develop and test new products and features.
• Analyze metrics such as visitor counts, traffic trends, and demographic patterns.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues to enhance user experience.
• Automatically update the Poppin Popcorn application on your device.
• Run contests, special offers, or other events (“Events”) on the Service. If you do not wish to participate in an Event, please avoid using any metadata associated with it.
• Process orders, deliver products, and respond to your inquiries and requests relating to your order or our Service.
• To comply with all applicable data protection laws and regulations, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant laws in the jurisdictions where we operate. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of legal compliance and data protection across all aspects of our operations.
3. MOBILE PHONE NUMBERS
By providing your mobile phone number, you acknowledge and consent to the use of certain mobile features and services (“Mobile Services”), which may include:
• Receiving notifications and messages via in-app push notifications and text messaging (“Mobile Texts”).
• Accessing our services from your mobile device (“Mobile Web”).
We do not charge for Mobile Services, but your carrier’s standard messaging, data, and other rates may apply. Please note that certain Mobile Services may be incompatible with specific carrier policies or mobile devices.
By using the Mobile Services, you agree that we may communicate with you via:
• In-app push notifications
• SMS, MMS, or text messages
• Other electronic means
These communications may include transactional messages related to your account as well as marketing messages about Poppin Popcorn and our partners. Some usage information related to Mobile Services may also be collected and shared with us.
4. SHARING OF YOUR INFORMATION
a. Parties with Whom We May Share Your Information
We only collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, either through email or other direct contact. We use this information to provide the services necessary to fulfill your requests. In order to do so, we may share your information with third-party service providers who assist in delivering Poppin Popcorn services, including supporting fundraising events.
We will not sell, rent, or exchange your personal information for any form of consideration. We will only share the information we collect with third parties when necessary to fulfill your request or provide our services (e.g., shipping orders, and related shipping providers).
Unless you request otherwise, we may contact you via email or text message to inform you about special offers, new products, services, or updates to this policy.
Certain services, such as purchasing items or registering for an account, may require you to provide personal details such as your name, billing and shipping address, email, and phone number. For payment processing related to fundraising orders, we may collect additional financial information, including credit card details, bank name, account number, routing number, and other necessary financial data. We may share this information with a third-party service provider to process payments and distribute fundraising proceeds.
We may also anonymize your data by removing personally identifiable information and share this anonymized data with other parties. Additionally, we may combine your data with other information in a way that it is no longer personally identifiable and share this aggregated information.
We engage third-party service providers to assist us in operating our business, such as website hosting, data analysis, and customer service, and we may share personal information with them as needed to perform these services.
b. Parties with Whom You May Choose to Share Your User Content
Any information or content that you voluntarily disclose for posting to the Service, including User Content, becomes publicly accessible, subject to the privacy settings you choose.
If you wish to modify your privacy settings on the Service, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 of this Privacy Policy.
Once you share User Content or make it publicly available, it may be re-shared by others, and we cannot control how that content is used.
If you remove information that you have posted to the Service, copies of that content may still be accessible in cached or archived pages of the Service. Additionally, if other users or third parties have copied or saved your information, it may remain available through those sources.
c. What Happens in the Event of a Change of Control
If Poppin Popcorn is sold or transferred, such as through a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, dissolution, or liquidation, your information— including your name, email address, User Content, and other data collected—may be transferred to the buyer or recipient of the assets. The new owner will be required to honor the commitments outlined in this Privacy Policy.
d. Responding to Legal Requests and Preventing Harm
We may access, preserve, and share your information in response to legal requests, such as a search warrant, court order, or subpoena, if we have a good faith belief that the law requires us to do so. This may include responding to legal requests from jurisdictions outside of the United States, provided we believe the response is legally required, impacts users in that jurisdiction, and aligns with internationally recognized standards.
Additionally, we may access, preserve, and share information if we have a good faith belief it is necessary to:
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud and other illegal activities
• Protect ourselves, you, and others, including during investigations
• Prevent death or imminent bodily harm
Information we collect may be processed and retained for an extended period if it is involved in a legal request, governmental investigation, or inquiries into possible violations of our terms or policies, or to prevent harm.
e. Third-Party Links
In addition to the non-personal information we collect, we may allow third parties to serve advertisements on our Service and/or collect non-personal information through cookies, web beacons, or other technologies. These third parties may use such information to:
• Tailor site content to users,
• Serve ads on our behalf,
• Measure advertising effectiveness (e.g., web pages visited or products purchased), and/or
• Provide advertisements about goods and services that may interest you.
Please note that third-party cookies and web beacons are governed by each third party’s own privacy policy, not by Poppin Popcorn’s Privacy Policy.
Our Service may contain links to other websites that are outside our control and are not covered by this Privacy Policy. If you click on such links, the operators of those sites may collect information from you, which will be used according to their privacy policies, which may differ from ours. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these websites to understand how they collect and/or use information from you or your device.
f. Other Websites and Services
We are not responsible for the practices or content of websites or services linked to or from our Service. When you leave our Service via a link, our Privacy Policy no longer applies. Your interactions on third-party websites or services are governed by their own rules and policies. Additionally, we are not responsible for any third parties you allow to access your User Content. If you grant access to your User Content on third-party websites or services, you do so at your own risk.
5. HOW WE STORE YOUR INFORMATION
a. Data Storage and Processing
Your information collected through the Service may be stored and processed in the United States or in any other country where Poppin Popcorn or its service providers have facilities.
b. International Data Transfers
Poppin Popcorn and its service providers may transfer the information we collect about you, including personal information, across borders, including from your country or jurisdiction to other countries or regions around the world.
If you are located in the European Union or other regions with data protection laws that differ from U.S. law, please be aware that we may transfer your information, including personal data, to countries or jurisdictions that do not have the same level of data protection as your jurisdiction.
c. Consent to Data Transfer
By registering for and using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States or any other country where Poppin Popcorn, its affiliates, or service providers maintain facilities. You also consent to the use and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
d. Security of Your Information
We use commercially reasonable safeguards to help protect the information collected through the Service and take reasonable steps, such as requesting a unique password and authentication procedure, to verify your identity before granting access to your account, and encryption of data in transit and at rest. However, Poppin Popcorn cannot guarantee the security of any information you transmit to us, nor can we ensure that information on the Service will not be accessed, disclosed, altered, or destroyed.
e. Your Responsibility for Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the secrecy of your unique password and account information, as well as controlling access to emails between you and Poppin Popcorn at all times. Please note that changes made by social media services you connect to Poppin Popcorn may affect your privacy settings.
We are not responsible for the functionality, privacy, or security practices of any third-party organization.
f. Security of Your Personal Information
Your personal information is stored behind secured networks and is accessible only by a limited number of individuals who have special access rights to these systems and are required to keep the information confidential. Additionally, any sensitive or credit-related information you provide is encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
g. Security Measures for Your Information
We implement various security measures when a user places an order, enters, submits, or accesses their information to ensure the safety of your personal data.
h. Transaction Processing
All transactions are processed through a gateway provider and are not stored or processed on our servers.
i. How Long We Keep Your User Content
We will retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the offerings and services you request, or as required by applicable laws and regulations. If you wish to cancel your account or request that we no longer use your information for these purposes, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 of this Privacy Policy. Our retention periods are determined based on:
• The nature and sensitivity of the personal information.
• The potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure.
• The purposes for which we process the personal information.
• Applicable legal requirements.
After the termination or deactivation of your account, Poppin Popcorn, its Affiliates, or Service Providers may retain your information (including your profile information and User Content) for a commercially reasonable period for backup, archival, or audit purposes. We will also retain and use your information as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our rights.
j. Exercising Your Data Rights
To exercise your access, data portability, and deletion rights, please submit a verifiable consumer request (as described in Section 8 of this Privacy Policy) to us through one of the following methods:
• Call: 1-877-873-6297
• Email: [email protected]
Only you, or someone legally authorized to act on your behalf, may submit a verifiable consumer request related to your personal information. You may also make a request on behalf of your minor child. You may only submit a verifiable consumer request for access or data portability twice within a 12-month period.
6. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES ABOUT YOUR INFORMATION
You can update your account at any time by logging in and adjusting your profile settings. To unsubscribe from email communications, click the “unsubscribe” link provided in those emails. However, please note that you cannot opt out of Service-related communications (e.g., account verification, purchase and billing confirmations, updates to Service features, and technical or security notices).
You have the right to access, update, and correct any inaccuracies in your personally identifiable information collected by this Service. You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions. We will comply with your request within 30 days unless we are legally required to retain the information or have other valid grounds to keep it. You can object to the processing of your personal information for direct marketing purposes or on grounds relating to your particular situation. We will cease processing your personal information for these purposes upon receipt of your objection. You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances, such as when you contest the accuracy of the data. We will restrict processing as requested within 30 days, subject to legal obligations. To protect your privacy and the security of your information, we will take reasonable steps to verify your identity before granting access or making any requested modifications.
Parents of children under 13 may contact us to request that their child’s personally identifiable information no longer be collected or used. We will take steps to verify the identity of anyone requesting information about a child to ensure they are the parent or legal guardian.
To exercise these rights or if you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 of this Privacy Policy. We will respond to your request within 30 days and provide you with information on the actions taken.
7. STATE DATA PROTECTION LAW COMPLIANCE
Consumer Data Rights Under State Laws
We do not sell or share your personal information. However, under various new state data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding the personal data we have collected about you. For the purpose of this section, “personal data” refers to any information that is linked or reasonably linkable to an identified or identifiable individual. This does not include employment data, personal data that cannot be attributed to an individual without additional information, or de-identified data or publicly available information.
Under these laws, you have the right to request any of the following information from us regarding personal data we have collected about you:
The Right to Know
You have the right to confirm whether we are processing your personal data. This includes the following information:
• The categories of personal information collected about you.
• The categories of sources from which we collect your personal information.
• The business or commercial purposes for collecting or selling your personal information.
• The categories of third parties with whom we share your personal information, if any.
• The specific personal information collected about you.
• If we have sold or disclosed personal information for a business purpose, you have the right to know:
o The categories of personal information that were sold,
o The categories of third parties to whom your information was sold,
o The categories of personal information that were disclosed for a business purpose.
We will provide this information free of charge up to two (2) times in any twelve (12) month period. You can expect a response within 45 days of receiving your verifiable request (including verification of your identity and California residency), subject to any delays or exclusions permitted by law. Note that sensitive or confidential personal information may be redacted.
You or your authorized agent may exercise your data privacy rights through this web form.
Sources of Personal Information
We obtain the categories of personal information listed above from the following sources:
• Directly from you: For example, through forms you complete or products and services you purchase.
• Indirectly from you: For example, through your actions on our Service, such as browsing patterns or preferences.
Service Provider Access to Personal Information
We may disclose your personal information to third-party service providers for specific business purposes. When doing so, we enter into contracts that outline the purpose of the disclosure and require recipients to:
• Keep your personal information confidential.
• Use your personal information solely to fulfill the contract.
We provide third-party access to your personal information to the following categories of service providers:
• Service Providers (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, customer support services, etc.).
Disclosures of Personal Information for a Business Purpose
In the preceding twelve (12) months, Poppin Popcorn has disclosed the following categories of personal information for business purposes:
• Device Identifiers
• Personal Information: Including name, email address, payment information, phone number, and user content such as uploaded photos.
• Commercial Information: Such as payment details and mailing addresses.
• Internet or Similar Network Activity: Including logs, metadata, and analytics information.
• Geo-location Data
Sales of Personal Information
In the preceding twelve (12) months, Poppin Popcorn has not sold personal information.
8. VERIFIABLE CONSUMER REQUEST
The verifiable consumer request must:
1. Verify Your Identity:
o Logging into your account (if applicable).
o Providing information that matches what we have on file about you.
2. Describe Your Request:
o Provide sufficient detail to help us properly evaluate and respond to your request.
We cannot respond to your request or provide personal information if we cannot verify your identity or authority to make the request and confirm the personal information relates to you.
Request Verification
While submitting a request does not require you to create an account with us, we consider requests made through your password-protected account to be sufficiently verified when the request relates to personal information associated with that account.
Usage of Information
We will only use personal information provided in a verifiable consumer request to verify the requestor’s identity or authority to make the request.
For information about exercising sale opt-out rights, refer to the Personal Information Sales Opt-Out and Opt-In Rights section.
Response to Verifiable Consumer Requests
We strive to respond to a verifiable consumer request within forty-five (45) days of receiving it. If we need more time to process your request (up to an additional 45 days), we will notify you of the reason and extension period in writing.
• If you have an account with us: We will provide our written response to your account.
• If you do not have an account: We will deliver our written response by mail or electronically, depending on your preference.
Disclosure and Data Portability
Any disclosures we provide will cover the 12-month period preceding the receipt of your verifiable consumer request. If we are unable to comply with your request, our response will include an explanation.
For data portability requests, we will provide your personal information in a format that is readily usable and should allow you to transmit it from one entity to another without difficulty.
Fees
We do not charge a fee to process or respond to your verifiable consumer request unless the request is excessive, repetitive, or manifestly unfounded. If we determine that a fee is warranted, we will inform you of the reason for the fee and provide a cost estimate before completing your request.
9. NON-DISCRIMINATION
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights. Unless permitted by the CCPA, we will not:
• Deny you goods or services.
• Charge you different prices or rates for goods or services, including through granting discounts, offering benefits, or imposing penalties.
• Provide you with a different level or quality of goods or services.
• Suggest that you may receive a different price, rate, or level of service or quality of goods.
However, we may offer certain financial incentives permitted by the CCPA that may result in different prices, rates, or levels of service. Any financial incentive program we offer will:
• Reasonably relate to the value of your personal information.
• Include written terms that describe the material aspects of the program.
• Require your prior opt-in consent, which you may revoke at any time
10. OTHER CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS
Shine the Light
California’s “Shine the Light” law (Civil Code Section § 1798.83) allows users who are California residents to request specific information about our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.
To make such a request, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 of this Privacy Policy.
Children’s Privacy
Poppin Popcorn complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. The Service and its content are not intended for children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will promptly delete that information. If you believe we may have information from or about a child under 13, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 of this Privacy Policy.
11. HOW TO CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the Service, please contact us by mail at: 581 Ottawa Avenue, Suite 300, Holland, Michigan 49423, by email at [email protected], or by phone at 1-877-873-6297.
If a Poppin Popcorn User passes away, please contact us using the information provided in this Section 11. We will typically communicate via email, and if additional information is needed, we will reach out to the email address you provided.
12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
Poppin Popcorn reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, add, or remove portions of this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Services and updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of the Privacy Policy. Your continued use of the Services after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. It is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
This Privacy Policy was last updated in May, 2025.
13. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of Michigan.
14. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Privacy Policy is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that this Policy shall otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable.
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to be bound by its terms and conditions.