Privacy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 10, 2026

Human First Society (“Human First Society,” “HFS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when using HumanFirstSociety.org (the “Website”).

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have regarding your information.

By using the Website, creating an account, or submitting a business verification application, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information reasonably necessary to operate the Website and provide our business verification services.

Account Information

Businesses and individuals may be required to create an account and log in before submitting a business verification application.

Depending on the account registration process, this may include information such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Login credentials
  • Account-related information

Passwords are processed and stored using the security mechanisms provided by our website platform and are not intentionally stored by us in plain text.

Business Verification Information

When a business submits a verification application, we may collect information necessary to review and evaluate the application.

This may include:

  • Contact person’s name
  • Contact person’s email address
  • Business or company name
  • Business website
  • Business-related information submitted as part of the verification process
  • Information provided in communications with Human First Society
  • Additional information reasonably necessary to evaluate a verification application

Applicants should only provide information that is relevant to the verification process and should not submit unnecessary sensitive personal information.

Payment Information

Certain Human First Society services may require payment or a subscription.

Payments and subscriptions are processed through PayPal. Human First Society does not directly collect or store your full PayPal payment credentials, such as your complete credit card or bank account information.

Payment information is handled by PayPal according to its own privacy policies and terms.

2. How We Use Information

We may use information we collect to:

  • Create and manage user accounts
  • Process and review business verification applications
  • Communicate with applicants and account holders
  • Contact businesses regarding their verification status
  • Provide and manage Human First Society services
  • Process subscriptions and payments
  • Maintain and improve the Website
  • Protect the security and integrity of the Website
  • Detect, prevent, and address fraudulent, abusive, or unauthorized activity
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests
  • Comply with applicable legal obligations
  • Maintain appropriate records relating to verification applications and business participation

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

3. Business Verification and Review

Human First Society independently reviews businesses that apply for verification.

Information submitted as part of an application may be accessed by authorized Human First Society reviewers for the purpose of evaluating the business and determining whether it meets the applicable verification requirements.

Information may also be used to communicate with the business regarding its application.

Human First Society is independently operated and is not a government agency or government certification authority. Verification provided by Human First Society represents the organization’s independent assessment based on its own verification process.

4. Information Sharing

We may share information only when reasonably necessary to operate Human First Society, provide our services, process transactions, or comply with legal obligations.

This may include sharing information with:

Service Providers

We use third-party service providers that help us operate the Website and its services. These may include:

  • WordPress
  • Elementor
  • Cloudflare
  • PayPal
  • Website hosting and infrastructure providers
  • Other technical service providers necessary to operate the Website

These providers may process information on our behalf or receive information automatically when you interact with their services.

Reviewers

Authorized Human First Society reviewers may access information submitted by businesses as part of the verification process.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when we believe disclosure is reasonably necessary to:

  • Comply with applicable law or legal process
  • Respond to lawful requests from authorities
  • Protect the rights, safety, or property of Human First Society, our users, or others
  • Investigate fraud, abuse, security incidents, or unauthorized activity

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

HumanFirstSociety.org uses cookies and similar technologies that may be necessary for the Website to function properly.

Because the Website uses WordPress, Elementor, Cloudflare, account authentication, and related technologies, cookies may be used for purposes such as:

  • Maintaining login sessions
  • Supporting account functionality
  • Protecting the Website against malicious or automated activity
  • Maintaining security
  • Remembering necessary website settings
  • Providing core website functionality

Human First Society does not currently use third-party analytics services to track users for analytics or advertising purposes.

Cloudflare may process technical information and use cookies or similar technologies as part of its security and performance services.

You can configure your browser to block or delete cookies. However, disabling certain cookies may prevent portions of the Website, including account or verification functionality, from working properly.

6. Cloudflare

Human First Society uses Cloudflare to help provide website security, performance, and protection against malicious traffic.

Cloudflare may process technical information associated with requests to the Website, including IP addresses, browser information, device information, and other information necessary to provide its security and network services.

Cloudflare’s processing of information is governed by its own privacy practices.

7. PayPal

Human First Society uses PayPal to process certain payments and subscriptions.

When you choose to purchase a subscription or make a payment through PayPal, you may be redirected to or interact with PayPal’s services.

PayPal may collect and process payment information, account information, transaction information, and other information according to its own privacy policy and terms.

Human First Society does not intentionally collect or store your complete payment card or bank account information through the Website.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including:

  • Maintaining user accounts
  • Processing and maintaining business verification records
  • Providing customer support
  • Maintaining business and subscription records
  • Resolving disputes
  • Preventing fraud and abuse
  • Complying with legal, accounting, or other applicable obligations

When information is no longer reasonably required, we may delete, anonymize, or securely dispose of it.

The specific retention period may vary depending on the type of information and the reason it was collected.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, loss, or destruction.

However, no website, online service, or method of electronic transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and should notify us if you believe your account has been accessed without authorization.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live and applicable privacy laws, you may have rights regarding your personal information.

These may include the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of certain personal information
  • Request information about how your personal information is being used
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
  • Object to certain types of processing
  • Request restriction of certain processing
  • Request a copy of certain personal information

To exercise an applicable privacy right, contact us using the information provided below.

We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

Some requests may be subject to legal or other applicable limitations.

11. Children’s Privacy

Human First Society is intended for businesses, organizations, professionals, and other adults.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age required by applicable law.

If you believe a child has provided personal information to us without appropriate consent, please contact us so that we can review and, where appropriate, delete the information.

12. Third-Party Websites and Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services.

Human First Society is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third-party websites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party website or service you visit.

13. International Processing

Because Human First Society uses third-party technology and service providers, personal information may be processed or stored in countries other than the country in which you reside.

Where required by applicable law, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that personal information receives appropriate protection when transferred internationally.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our Website, services, technology, or legal requirements.

When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the beginning of this Privacy Policy.

We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed about how we handle personal information.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise an applicable privacy right, or have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us:

Human First Society

Email: hello@humanfirstsociety.org

Website: HumanFirstSociety.org

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