Privacy Policy

TERMS & PRIVACY POLICY

Terms of Use

Effective Date: August 22, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how the South Dade Chamber of Commerce (“the Chamber,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information obtained from visitors and members through the Website https://southdadechamber.org. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Eligibility 

The Website is intended for users who are eighteen (18) years of age or older. By using this Website, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement. If you are under 18, you may only use this Website under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

2. Permitted Use 

You may use the Website solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Website in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website, or interfere with any other party’s use.

3. Intellectual Property Rights 

All content, features, and functionality on the Website—including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, videos, software, and the overall design—are owned by the Chamber, its licensors, or its content suppliers, and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any material without the Chamber’s prior written consent.

4. Third-Party Links 

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. The Chamber does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, products, or services offered by third parties. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and all information provided through it are offered on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Chamber disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. The Chamber does not guarantee that the Website will be uninterrupted, secure, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

6. Limitation of Liability 

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Chamber, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages, including without limitation loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from or in connection with your use of the Website, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

7. Termination

The Chamber reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including if we determine that you have violated these Terms.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction 

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

9. Changes to Terms 

We may update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website after the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

10. Contact Information 

If you have questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at: 
South Dade Chamber of Commerce 
Phone: (305) 247-2332 
Email: sdccinfo@southdadechamber.org

Effective Date: August 22, 2025

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website located at https://southdadechamber.org (the “Website”), operated by the South Dade Chamber of Commerce (“the Chamber,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Personal Information Provided by You: Name, email address, phone number, company, mailing address, and other details you voluntarily provide through forms, registrations, or membership applications.
Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, referring URLs, and usage activity collected through cookies, analytics tools, or similar technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

Communicate with you regarding events, programs, and membership services.
Provide newsletters and updates you have subscribed to.
Improve and personalize the Website’s functionality and user experience.
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
Comply with applicable legal obligations.

3. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may disclose information as follows:

To trusted third-party vendors and service providers who perform services on our behalf, subject to confidentiality obligations.
When required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Chamber, its members, or the public.
In connection with organizational transfers, such as a merger, consolidation, or restructuring.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze trends, and track aggregate user activity. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some portions of the Website may not function properly as a result.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in such emails or by contacting us directly.
Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by emailing us at sdccinfo@southdadechamber.org.

6. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Changes to This Privacy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on the Website with a new “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after any revisions indicates your acceptance of the updated Policy.

9. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: South Dade Chamber of Commerce 
Phone: (305) 247-2332 
Email: sdccinfo@southdadechamber.org