Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 16, 2026
1. Introduction
Atlanta Regional Commission ('we,' 'us,' or 'our') operates the website at https://www.smallbusiness.atlantaregional.org/ (the 'Site'). This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and what rights you have regarding your information. We are committed to handling your data responsibly and transparently.
By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
2. Who We Are
Atlanta Regional Commission is a corporation based in Georgia, USA. For questions or requests related to this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
3. Our Hosting Platform
This Site is built and hosted on Squarespace, Inc. ('Squarespace'). As our hosting provider, Squarespace processes certain data on our behalf — including serving web pages, storing form submissions, and running built-in analytics — in accordance with Squarespace's own Privacy Policy and Data Processing Agreement. We do not self-host this Site. Squarespace's servers are located in the United States. You can review Squarespace's privacy practices at squarespace.com/privacy.
4. Information We Collect
We collect two general categories of information: information you provide to us directly, and information collected automatically when you use the Site.
4a. Information You Provide Directly
When you complete a contact form, inquiry form, or any other form on this Site, you may provide us with:
Your name
Your email address
The content of your message or inquiry
Providing this information is voluntary. However, if you choose not to provide it, we may not be able to respond to your inquiry or provide certain services.
4b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit this Site, certain information is collected automatically by Squarespace's platform and analytics tools. This may include:
Your IP address and general geographic location (city/region level)
Device type, operating system, and browser type
Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
Traffic source (how you arrived at the Site, such as a search engine or direct link)
Unique visitor identifiers stored via cookies (see Section 5 for details)
We use this automatically collected data to understand how visitors use our Site and to improve its content and performance. We do not use it to identify you personally.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Note: We have not conducted a live technical cookie audit of this Site. The cookies listed below reflect what Squarespace's platform is known to set by default on sites that use its hosting and analytics features. Your actual cookie inventory may vary depending on which Squarespace features are enabled on this Site. We recommend verifying this list periodically using a browser developer tool or cookie scanner.
5a. Necessary / Functional Cookies
These cookies are required for the Site to function properly. They do not collect information used for marketing. Examples typically set by Squarespace include:
crumb — Used to protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks and ensure form security.
ss_sd — Supports authenticated sessions on the Squarespace platform.
Test — Checks whether your browser supports cookies and prevents errors.
5b. Analytics and Performance Cookies
These non-essential cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site. Squarespace uses these cookies to populate data in its built-in analytics dashboard, such as traffic sources and unique visitor counts. Examples typically set by Squarespace include:
ss_cid — Identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions.
ss_cpvisit — Identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions.
ss_cvisit — Identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions.
ss_cvr — Identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions.
ss_cvt — Identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions.
ss_cookie — Remembers whether a visitor has consented to analytics cookies.
5c. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking necessary cookies may affect Site functionality. You can also opt out of Squarespace analytics cookies through any cookie consent banner displayed on this Site. Squarespace's platform allows us to suppress non-essential cookies until a visitor consents, and you may adjust your preferences at any time.
6. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To respond to your inquiries, messages, or requests submitted through our contact forms
To display our portfolio, blog content, and organizational information to visitors
To understand how visitors use and navigate the Site so we can improve its content and performance
To maintain the security and technical operation of the Site
To comply with applicable legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your information for targeted advertising or automated profiling.
7. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers: We share data with Squarespace as our hosting and analytics platform. Squarespace processes this data solely to provide and improve their services to us, under contractual data processing obligations.
Third-Party Integrations: If we use additional Squarespace-integrated tools (such as Google Analytics, if enabled), those tools may collect anonymized or aggregated usage data under their own terms and privacy policies.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or valid governmental authority, or where necessary to protect our rights, safety, or the safety of others.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or restructuring of our organization, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change by updating this Privacy Policy.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected and to comply with applicable legal requirements. Specifically:
Form submissions and inquiry messages: Retained for as long as needed to address your inquiry and for a reasonable period thereafter for record-keeping.
Analytics data: Retained by Squarespace's platform per Squarespace's own retention policies.
When data is no longer needed, we delete it or render it non-identifiable. If you would like us to delete your information sooner, please contact us at kstevens@atlantaregional.org.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Because this Site is hosted on Squarespace, security infrastructure — including SSL/TLS encryption, server-side security, and physical data center security — is managed by Squarespace. You can review Squarespace's security practices at squarespace.com/security.
No method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately at kstevens@atlantaregional.org.
Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 10-1-912) requires businesses to notify affected individuals promptly in the event of a breach of personal data. We comply with this obligation.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We honor reasonable requests regardless of whether a specific law requires us to.
10a. General Rights (All Users)
Regardless of your location, you may:
Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Request that we correct inaccurate personal information
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to any applicable legal retention requirements
Opt out of analytics cookies using the cookie banner on this Site or your browser settings
10b. Georgia Residents
The Georgia Consumer Privacy Protection Act (SB 111, Act 462), signed on May 11, 2026, takes effect July 1, 2026. Once effective, Georgia residents who are consumers within the meaning of that law may have the right to access, correct, delete, and opt out of the sale of their personal data and its use for targeted advertising. We do not sell personal data and do not use it for targeted advertising. If you wish to exercise any of these rights on or after July 1, 2026, please contact us using the information in Section 2. Note: SB 111 contains high applicability thresholds; consult legal counsel to confirm whether specific rights under that statute apply to this organization.
10c. How to Submit a Request
To submit any privacy rights request, email us at kstevens@atlantaregional.org with the subject line 'Privacy Request.' We will respond within a reasonable time and may need to verify your identity before acting on your request.
11. Children's Privacy
This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us at kstevens@atlantaregional.org and we will promptly delete it. If this Site collects data from users aged 13 to 17, or if the content is directed to minors, additional requirements under the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and applicable state laws may apply — please consult a qualified attorney.
12. Third-Party Links
This Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any site you visit.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable law. When we do, we will update the 'Last updated' date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the Site after a policy update constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: