Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 1, 2025 Last Updated: November 10, 2025

1. Introduction

The International Society Royals ("ISR", "we", "our", or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [www.internationalsocietyroyals.org], in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

3. Use of Personal Information

We use your personal data for:

To create Royal Decrees, Royal Proclamations, Royal Citations, and personalzed merchandise
Membership and event registration
Communications (newsletters, updates, promotions)
Responding to inquiries and support requests
Website analytics and improvements
Legal compliance and fraud prevention

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

Consent: For marketing communications and optional data collection
Contract: To fulfill membership and event services
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws
Legitimate Interests: To improve services and ensure security

5. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct or delete your data
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

6. Your Rights Under CCPA

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
Request deletion of your personal information
Opt out of the sale of personal information (ISR does not sell personal data)
Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise your rights, email us at privacy@internationalsocietyroyals.org.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell personal data. We may share your information with:

Service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms)
Legal authorities when required
ISR affiliates and partners for collaborative purposes

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings or our cookie banner.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated or as required by law.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.

11. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions with different data protection laws. We use standard contractual clauses and other safeguards to ensure compliance.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

13. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

15. Contact Us

For questions or to exercise your privacy rights:

International Society Royals
Address: 1224 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA