Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 21, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to DowntownMundelein.com (the "Website"), the official website of Downtown Mundelein. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. If you have questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us at info@downtownmundelein.com.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and business name when you:

    • Submit a contact form
    • Apply for membership or partnership
    • Register for events
    • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Payment Information: If you pay for memberships or events online, we collect payment information through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store your complete credit card information.

  • Usage Data: We may collect limited technical information such as browser type, device type, and pages visited to help improve our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process membership applications and event registrations
  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested information
  • Send downtown news, event updates, and promotional emails (with your consent)
  • Improve the functionality and content of our website
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing of Information

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

  • With Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website (e.g., hosting, email services, payment processors)

  • For Downtown Mundelein Purposes: Business directory listings (unless you request to be excluded) and downtown communications

  • As Required by Law: When we believe disclosure is required by law or to protect our rights

5. Business Directory

Businesses and members may be listed in our public directory. If you are a member and wish to update or remove your listing, please contact us.

6. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand website usage patterns
  • Improve website performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including local businesses, community organizations, and event partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@downtownmundelein.com.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" above.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact:

Downtown Mundelein Mundelein, IL 60060 Email: info@downtownmundelein.com Website: www.DowntownMundelein.com