Privacy Policy

Porsche Owners Club
Effective Date: 1/1/2026

1. Introduction

The Porsche Owners Club (“POC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our online services.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

 

2. Information We Collect

We collect limited information to help us operate our website effectively and improve the member experience.

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information is automatically collected through cookies and analytics tools, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring website
  • General geographic location (non‑precise)

This information is used only for website performance, security, and analytics.

 

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Improve site performance and user experience
  • Maintain basic site functionality

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect certain features of the site.

 

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Operate and maintain our website
  • Analyze site usage and improve performance
  • Protect the security and integrity of our systems
  • Support club operations and communications

We do not sell or share your personal information for advertising purposes.

 

5. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third‑party vendors who assist with website hosting, analytics, or technical support.
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.
  • Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of the Porsche Owners Club or its members.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

 

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

7. Links to External Sites

Our website may contain links to third‑party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

 

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

 

9. Your Choices

You may:

  • Disable cookies in your browser
  • Contact us to request information about data we may hold
  • Request correction or deletion of your information, where applicable

 

10. GDPR Notice (EU/UK Users)

If you are located in the European Union or the United Kingdom, the following rights apply under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

10.1 Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

  • Legitimate interests (website functionality, analytics, security)
  • Your consent (where required for cookies or tracking technologies)

10.2 Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Restrict processing under certain conditions
  • Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
  • Withdraw consent at any time (for consent‑based processing)

10.3 International Transfers

Your information may be processed in the United States. We take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

To exercise GDPR rights, contact us at: webmaster@porscheclub.com

 

11. CCPA/CPRA Notice (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provide the following rights:

11.1 Your CCPA/CPRA Rights

You have the right to:

  • Know what categories of personal information we collect
  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell or share data)
  • Limit use of sensitive personal information (we do not collect sensitive personal information)

11.2 Categories of Information Collected

Under CCPA definitions, we may collect:

  • Internet or network activity (e.g., browsing behavior, analytics data)
  • General location (non‑precise)
  • Device and technical identifiers

We do not collect:

  • Financial information
  • Government identifiers
  • Precise geolocation
  • Biometric data
  • Sensitive personal information

11.3 Non‑Discrimination

We do not discriminate against users who exercise their privacy rights.

California residents may submit requests to: webmaster@porscheclub.com

 

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

 

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Porsche Owners Club
1968 S. Coast Hwy #4911
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Email: webmaster@porscheclub.com