Effective Date: September 1, 2025.
Bellevue Youth Symphony Orchestra (“BYSO,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us through our website, communications, and programs. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information, and the choices you have regarding your data.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
- Participant Information: Student name, date of birth, instrument, school, and emergency contacts.
- Website Usage Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior collected via cookies and analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Communicate with students, parents, and supporters
- Manage program registration and participation
- Process payments and donations
- Send newsletters, event announcements, and important updates
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
3. SMS Communications and Opt-Out
BYSO may occasionally send text (SMS) messages to parents, students, and supporters regarding:
- Rehearsal and performance updates
- Schedule changes or weather-related notices
- Event Reminders
- Missing Tuition Payments
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us. You may also contact us at admin@byso.org or call us at (425) 467-5604 to request removal from SMS communications.
Standard message and data rates may apply.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data only with:
- Service providers that help us operate our website, process payments, or manage communications (e.g., email/SMS platforms)
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
- Other entities with your consent
All third-party service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
5. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
6. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without parental consent. All data about youth participants is provided by a parent or guardian.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Review and correct your personal information
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and administrative requirements)
- Opt out of promotional emails and SMS messages
To exercise these rights, please email info@byso.org.
8. External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. BYSO is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Bellevue Youth Symphony Orchestra
1407 116th Ave. NEW, Suite 106, Bellevue, WA 98004
Email: info@byso.org
Phone: (425) 467-5604
