PRIVACY POLICY & TERMS OF USE

Effective Date: 7/16/2025

Welcome to Countervailing Power ("we", "our", or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of https://countervailingpower.com (the "Site") and all related features, including blogs, membership areas, discussion groups, and local organizing tools (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Site.
1. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use our Services. By using the Site, you represent that you meet this requirement. If you are under 18, you must have permission from a parent or guardian.
2. User Accounts

To access certain features, including member groups and discussions, you must create an account.

You agree to:

    Provide accurate and complete registration information

    Keep your login credentials confidential

    Be responsible for all activities under your account

    Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use or security breach

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
3. Community Standards and Prohibited Conduct

Countervailing Power is a space for respectful dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas. You agree not to:

    Use the Site for any unlawful purpose

    Harass, abuse, threaten, or discriminate against others

    Share false or misleading information

    Impersonate any person or entity

    Interfere with the operation or security of the Site

    Upload or distribute malware, spam, or unauthorized advertising

    Collect or use information about others without their consent

We reserve the right to moderate, remove, or restrict content or accounts that violate these standards.
4. User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of the content you post (e.g., comments, group posts, blog responses), but by submitting it to our platform, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with the Services.

You are solely responsible for the content you post and affirm that:

    You have the right to share it

    It does not infringe on the rights of others

    It complies with applicable laws and these Terms

We are not liable for content shared by users, but we reserve the right to remove content that violates our policies.
5. Membership and Groups

We offer various member communities, including:

    Labor and union-focused groups

    Science and evidence-based discussion areas

    Local organizing and geographic groups

Some groups may be public, while others may require approval or vetting. Participation is a privilege, not a right. We may revoke access to groups or membership features at our discretion.
6. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site (excluding user-generated content) including logos, text, design, software, and graphics, is owned by or licensed to Countervailing Power and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written consent.
7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site may link to third-party websites or integrate third-party tools. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third parties.

Use third-party services at your own risk.
8. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account or access to the Site at any time, for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will cease immediately.

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us.
9. Disclaimers

The Site and Services are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

We do not endorse or verify user content, and we are not responsible for any decisions or actions you take based on information found on the Site.
10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Countervailing Power shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to or use of the Site.
11. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Countervailing Power and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising out of your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.
12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you through the Site or by email. Your continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the state or country in which Countervailing Power is registered, without regard to conflict of laws principles.

Effective Date: 7/16/2025

Welcome to Countervailing Power (countervailingpower.com). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, join our community, or interact with our services.
1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide and some that is collected automatically when you use our website.
a. Personal Information

When you create an account, join a group, or contact us, we may collect:

    Name

    Email address

    Username or display name

    Location (if provided or inferred from group participation)

    Group and membership preferences

    Any content you voluntarily submit (e.g., comments, posts, discussions)

b. Automatically Collected Data

We may automatically collect certain information through cookies and analytics tools, such as:

    IP address

    Browser type and version

    Pages visited and time spent

    Referring website or source

    Device information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

    Provide and maintain the functionality of our website

    Manage your account and preferences

    Facilitate group discussions and community engagement

    Send administrative or promotional communications (with your consent)

    Improve our website and user experience

    Monitor and prevent security issues and abuse

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

    With your consent – when you post content publicly or choose to join a public group

    With service providers – such as hosting, email, or analytics services that help us operate the site

    As required by law – to comply with legal obligations or in response to lawful requests

    In case of a merger or acquisition – if Countervailing Power is involved in such a business transfer, users will be notified

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

    Keep you logged in

    Remember your preferences

    Analyze traffic and improve the site

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
5. User Content and Public Participation

Please be aware that when you participate in blog comments, discussion groups (including for unions, science topics, or local organizing), or public sections of the site, the content you share may be visible to others. Do not share personal or sensitive information in these areas unless you intend for it to be public.
6. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of storage is 100% secure.
7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

    Access, correct, or delete your personal information

    Withdraw consent for certain data uses

    Request a copy of your data

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [insert email address].
8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before interacting with them.
9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it.
10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or via email.
11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, you can contact us at:

Countervailing Power
4304 S Pondra Dr. Spokane Valley WA. 99206
📧 Email: info@countervailingpower.com
🌐 Website: https://countervailingpower.com