GenSpace Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 16, 2021; Last Updated: June 1, 2026
Wallis Annenberg GenSpace (“GenSpace.” “we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users (“you,” “your”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.annenberggenspace.org and all affiliated websites and subdomains (the “Website”). By using the Website, you accept and agree to the practices this Privacy Policy describes. If you do not agree to any of the terms in this Privacy Policy, you should not visit the Website.
Children Under the Age of 16
Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 16. No one under age 16 may provide any personal information to the Website. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are under 16, do not use or provide any information on this Website or provide any information about yourself to us, including your name, address, telephone number, email address, or any other information. If we learn we have collected or received personal information from a child under 16 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 16, please contact us at [email protected]
Information We Collect
When you visit or interact with our Website, we may collect, store, and process various kinds of data from you, including:
- Personal Information: When you submit our contact form, contact us with inquiries, including via email, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide.Usage Data: We may automatically collect information about your interactions with our Website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you visit.
How We Use Your Information
- To Send Emails: We may use your email address to send occasional educational content, updates, and other relevant information.
- To Improve Our Website: We use usage data to analyze how our website is used and to improve its functionality and user experience.
- To Communicate With You: We may use your contact information to respond to your inquiries, provide support, and notify you about GenSpace news and updates.
- To Assess a Legal Right: We may use your information to assess or evaluate our legal rights.
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except as described below:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business, as long as they agree to keep this information confidential.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies (“Tracking Technologies”) to track activity on our Website and hold certain information.
Tracking Technologies collect information that tells us how you use our Site, web-related products and Services. The use of Tracking Technologies does not give us access to the rest of your computer.
This, in turn, helps us make our Website relevant to your interests and needs. We use a number of different Tracking Technologies, including functional, performance, advertising, and social media or content cookies.
You can instruct your browser to refuse Tracking Technologies or indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Website.
“Do Not Track” Requests
Our Website currently does not respond to “do not track” or similar signals.
Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security. Your transmission of your information to our Website thus is done entirely at your own risk.
Your Rights
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving our emails at any time by following the unsubscribe link in any email we send or by contacting us directly.
- Access, Update, or Delete Information: You have the right to access, update, or request the deletion of your personal information. Please contact us if you wish to exercise these rights.
- Google Analytics. We may use Google Analytics to improve our Site’s functions. You can choose not to be included in Google Analytics by visiting https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Third-Party Websites
Our Website may contain links to other sites, including those of third parties or partners. While we seek to link only to sites that share our high standards and respect for privacy, we cannot be responsible for the privacy practices other websites use. By accessing other third-party websites or applications through our Website, you are consenting to the terms and privacy policies of those websites. It is possible that other parties may collect personally identifiable information about your online activities over time and across different web sites when you use our Website.
Our Site may include social media features, such as Meta “Likes” or “Recommend” buttons, X, Instagram, and YouTube. These social media features may require cookies to be set to function properly. These features may also collect personal information such as your IP address. These features are governed by the privacy policy of the social media platform. Please review the Privacy Policy of the social media platforms to learn how they protect your information.
Payment and Donations
From time to time, we may link to certain projects that accept both donations and/or payments. When you make a payment or a donation, you may be taken to a website of a third-party service provider. This service provider will collect certain information about you. Please refer to the privacy policy of the service provider to learn more about the use of your personal information.
International Visitors
Our Website is hosted and operated in the United States (“US”). By using this Website, you are consenting to the transfer of your personal information to the US. If you are accessing our Website from outside the US, please be advised that US law may not offer the same privacy protections as the law of your jurisdiction.
California Visitors
California’s “Shine the Light” law (Civil Code Section § 1798.83) permits users of our Website that are California residents to request certain information regarding our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. To make such a request, please send an email to [email protected].
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. It is our policy to post any changes we make to our privacy policy on this page. The date the privacy policy was last revised is identified at the top of the page. You are responsible for periodically visiting our Website and this privacy policy to check for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].
Wallis Annenberg GenSpace Social Media Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026; Last Updated: January 1, 2026.
The Wallis Annenberg GenSpace creates and utilizes social media to share updates, celebrate impact, highlight partnerships, and engage with the public in service of GenSpace’s mission. We welcome respectful dialogue and diverse perspectives across our channels.
To maintain a safe, inclusive, and productive space for all users, we have established the following social media policy. By engaging with GenSpace’s social media platforms, including but not limited to LinkedIn and Instagram, you agree to comply with the terms below.
Community Guidelines
- False or misleading information that may cause harm, confusion, or reputational damage
- Defamatory, libelous, slanderous, or accusatory statements directed at individuals, GenSpace, or our partners
- Disinformation, including intentionally manipulated or deceptive content
- Harassment, abuse, or threats, including hate speech, personal attacks, or discriminatory language
- Off-topic, spam, or promotional content, including unauthorized advertisements or repetitive posting
- Obscene, profane, or graphic content
- Violations of privacy, including sharing private or personally identifiable information about yourself or others
All comments and submissions must comply with the terms of service and community standards of the platform on which they are posted.
Monitoring and Enforcement
GenSpace actively monitors its social media channels and reserves the right, at our sole discretion and without prior notice, to:
- Hide, delete, or report any comment or post that violates this policy
- Block or restrict access to users who engage in prohibited behavior
- Report users or content to platform administrators or relevant authorities where necessary
- Preserve and document content for internal record-keeping, legal, or safety purposes
- Update or amend this policy at any time
Intellectual Property and Use of Content
All official GenSpace content, whether text, images, graphics, video, or multimedia, is protected by copyright and may not be reproduced, adapted, or distributed without express permission. Use of GenSpace’s name, logo, or likeness must be pre-approved in writing.
Disclaimer
GenSpace is not responsible for user-generated content posted in response to or in connection with our social media accounts. Engagement (likes, shares, follows, or comments) does not constitute endorsement. GenSpace makes no guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any user-posted information and assumes no liability for any actions taken based on such content.