Privacy Policy

JBS Mobile App
 Last Updated: 10th March 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how The John Birch Society (“JBS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information when you use the JBS Mobile App (the “App”)

The JBS Mobile App integrates content and services from:

  • John Birch Society (jbs.org)
  • Shop JBS (shopjbs.org)

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through the App.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Information

When you:

  • Register for an account
  • Place an order
  • Subscribe to newsletters
  • Fill out forms
  • Contact us

You may be asked to provide:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Billing and shipping information
  • Payment information

B. Payment Information

Payments are processed through secure third-party payment gateway providers. We do not store full credit card details on our servers beyond what is necessary to complete a transaction.

C. Automatically Collected Information

When you use the App, we may automatically collect:

  • Device information (device type, operating system, app version)
  • IP address
  • Usage data
  • Log information
  • Crash reports
  • Analytics data

D. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Although this is a mobile app, certain embedded web views or services may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Remember preferences
  • Maintain shopping cart sessions
  • Analyze usage trends
  • Improve performance

You may manage cookie settings through your device or browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Provide and operate the App
  • Process transactions and fulfill orders
  • Send order confirmations and updates
  • Improve App functionality and user experience
  • Respond to customer service requests
  • Send newsletters, promotions, and updates (you may opt out at any time)
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party service providers to assist in:

  • Payment processing
  • Analytics services
  • Email communications
  • Hosting and infrastructure
  • Advertising services (if applicable)

For example, third-party vendors such as Google may use cookies or similar technologies to provide analytics or advertising services.

These providers are contractually obligated to safeguard your information and use it only for authorized purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption
  • Secure servers
  • Restricted access controls
  • Encrypted payment processing

Sensitive payment information is transmitted securely to payment gateway providers and is not permanently stored on our systems beyond what is necessary to complete transactions.

Data Storage and Processing

Your information may be stored and processed on servers located in the United States or in other jurisdictions where our trusted third-party service providers operate.

By using the App, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to and maintained on systems located outside your country of residence, where data protection laws may differ.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
  • Complete transactions
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your information
  • Withdraw consent
  • Opt out of marketing communications

You may update your account information within the App or contact us directly.

Users may request deletion of their account and associated personal information by contacting us through the contact details provided in this Privacy Policy. Upon receiving a verified request, we will take reasonable steps to delete or anonymize personal data unless retention is required for legal, security, or transactional purposes.

8. Children’s Privacy

The App is not directed toward children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

If we become aware that information has been collected from a child under 13, we will take appropriate steps to delete such information.

9. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

  • The right to know what personal information is collected
  • The right to request deletion
  • The right to opt out of the sale of personal information

We do not sell personal information.

10. International Users

If you access the App from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States where data protection laws may differ from your jurisdiction.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If material changes are made, we will:

  • Update the “Last Updated” date
  • Notify users within the App or via email where appropriate

Continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

The John Birch Society
 770 N. Westhill Blvd.
Appleton, Wisconsin 54914
Phone: 920-749-3780
Website: https://jbs.org/contact