Privacy Policy
Welcome to What Cheer House.
What Cheer House is a San Francisco–rooted creative studio and digital cultural space exploring history, art, technology, and place through research, storytelling, and immersive experiences.
This Privacy Policy describes how What Cheer House (“WCH,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you access or use www.whatcheerhouse.com and any related features, content, newsletters, or communications (collectively, the “Services”).
By using the Services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide Directly
- Name and email address (for newsletters or contact forms);
- Messages or materials you submit through forms;
- Any other information you voluntarily provide.
Information Collected Automatically
- IP address;
- Browser type and device information;
- Pages visited and interaction data;
- Referring URLs and timestamps.
This information is collected through standard web technologies such as server logs and, where applicable, cookies.
2. How We Use Information
We use information to:
- Operate and maintain the Services;
- Respond to inquiries and submissions;
- Provide newsletters or communications you request;
- Improve functionality, performance, and user experience;
- Protect the security and integrity of the Services;
- Comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell personal information.
3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
The Services may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality and understand how visitors interact with the site.
You may configure your browser to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used. Some features of the Services may not function properly without them.
4. Newsletters and Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address solely to send updates, announcements, or related communications.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link included in our emails.
5. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party service providers (such as hosting providers, analytics tools, or email distribution platforms) to operate the Services.
These providers may process information on our behalf, subject to appropriate safeguards.
The Services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
7. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.
8. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you may have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request access to or deletion of personal information we maintain about you.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
9. Children’s Privacy
The Services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us so we may remove it.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date above. Continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
11. Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy may be directed to us through: