Privacy Policy

Learn how the Karuk Tribe collects, uses, and safeguards information on our website.

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‍Effective Date: 9/1/2025

The Karuk Tribe (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit our website.

1. Sovereign Status

The Karuk Tribe is a federally recognized sovereign tribal government. As such, the Tribe is not subject to certain state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). By providing this Privacy Policy, the Tribe does not waive any sovereign rights. However, the Tribe is committed to safeguarding the privacy of all website visitors and maintaining transparency regarding the collection and use of information.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Information you provide voluntarily
    • Name, email, phone number, and tribal enrollment number when submitted through contact forms.
    • Name, email, and phone number when opting in to receive newsletters or updates.
  • Information collected automatically
    • Cookies, IP address, browser type, and usage data via Google Analytics and similar tools.

We do not collect health, financial, or other sensitive personal information through this website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries and requests submitted through contact forms.
  • To process and review program-related requests when tribal enrollment information is provided.
  • To send newsletters, announcements, and RSS feed updates (only if you opt in).
  • To improve website functionality and user experience through analytics data.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. Information may be shared with:

  • Mailchimp – used to manage and send newsletters and updates to subscribers.
  • Google Analytics – used to understand how visitors interact with the website.
  • Webflow – our website hosting provider, which stores submitted form data securely.

These third parties process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to track usage and improve website performance. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the website may not function properly.

6. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you believe a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

7. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Although the Tribe is not subject to state privacy laws, we allow website users to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of your personal information.

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@karuk.us.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
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Email: contact@karuk.us

Mailing Address:

Karuk Tribe

64236 2nd Ave

Happy Camp, CA 96039

United States