Southern Nevada Association of Drone Service Providers (SNV-ADSP) Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 2025

The Southern Nevada Association of Drone Service Providers (SNV-ADSP), a 501(c)(6) non-profit professional association, is committed to protecting the privacy of its members and users. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information collected through our websites, membership services, and mobile messaging programs (collectively, the “Services”).

By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information directly from you when you interact with our Services, as well as passively when you use our websites.

1.1 Information Provided by Members

When you join the SNV-ADSP or register for events, we may collect the following types of information:

Identity Data: Name, job title, company name, and professional credentials.

Contact Data: Postal address, email address, and mobile phone number (for optional SMS alerts).

Payment Data: Financial information necessary for processing membership dues and event fees (handled by secure third-party processors; we do not store full payment card details).

Professional Data: Information related to your drone operations, certifications (e.g., FAA Part 107), and areas of expertise, which may be included in a member directory if you opt-in.

1.2 Data Collected for Mobile Messaging (SMS/MMS)

We collect and store your mobile phone number only if you affirmatively opt-in to our Mobile Messaging Program. This data is used solely to provide recurring regulatory, news, and event alerts, as outlined in our Terms and Conditions.

1.3 Automatically Collected Data (Usage Data)

We automatically collect certain information about how you access and use the Services:

Technical Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, operating system, and time zone setting.

Tracking Data: Information about how you navigate the website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring sites, using cookies and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

The ADSP uses the collected information for various purposes, primarily to serve the professional interests of its members and operate the association.

To Provide Services: To manage your membership, process dues, and provide access to member-only content and benefits.

To Communicate: To send you updates, newsletters, and information about industry developments, events, and policy advocacy.

For Mobile Messaging: To deliver time-sensitive regulatory and event alerts via SMS to users who have opted in.

Networking: To facilitate professional networking among members through opt-in directories and event tools.

Improvement: To monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve the quality of our Services, content, and events.

Compliance: To ensure compliance with our Terms and Conditions and enforce our Code of Conduct.

3. Disclosure and Sharing of Information (A2P/10DLC Compliance)

The ADSP respects your privacy and is committed to limiting the sharing of your personal data.

3.1 Non-Sharing of Mobile Data (Crucial Compliance Section)

We will not sell, rent, exchange, or otherwise share your mobile phone number or any personal information related to your SMS participation (including opt-in status, message content, or transaction data) with any third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

This data is strictly confidential and used only for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy and the ADSP Mobile Messaging Terms.

3.2 Sharing for Operations and Administration

We may share data with the following third parties, solely for the purposes described below:

Service Providers: We engage trusted third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our Services (e.g., website hosting, payment processing, database management, and email/SMS communication platforms). These parties are obligated to use the data only for the tasks we assign them.

Affiliates/Partners: In certain cases, we may share non-financial information with sponsors or partners for specific events or programs, provided we have informed you of such sharing.

Legal Requirements: If required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

4. Your Rights and Choices

4.1 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

You may unsubscribe from our email newsletters and marketing communications at any time by following the "unsubscribe" link included in every email we send.

4.2 Opt-Out of Mobile Messaging (SMS)

You can stop receiving SMS alerts at any time by replying to any text message with the word "STOP." You will receive a final confirmation message, and no further messages will be sent unless you explicitly opt-in again. For help, reply "HELP".

4.3 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update your membership data. You may do this by logging into your member account or by contacting us directly using the information provided below.

5. Data Security

The ADSP takes reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access,