Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2026

Youth Consultation Service (YCS) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, protected, and disclosed when you visit www.ycs.org.

Information We Collect

When visitors access the YCS website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Date and time of access
  • Pages viewed and navigation activity

This information is used to help improve website performance, security, and user experience.

YCS may also collect personal information voluntarily provided by visitors through:

  • Contact forms
  • Employment inquiries and applications
  • Event registrations
  • Donations
  • Newsletter subscriptions
  • Requests for information

Personal information voluntarily provided may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Mailing address
  • Other information submitted through website forms

Providing personal information is voluntary, and visitors may browse most portions of the website without providing personal information.

How We Use Information

YCS may use collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Provide information regarding programs and services
  • Process donations and event registrations
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Communicate regarding YCS services, events, and activities
  • Maintain website security
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

YCS does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Cookies and Analytics

YCS may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and visitor experience.

Cookies are small data files stored on a visitor’s device that help websites remember preferences and improve performance.

YCS may use Google Analytics or similar analytics services to better understand website usage and improve visitor experience. These services may collect information regarding website activity through cookies and similar technologies.

Visitors may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some portions of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Information Sharing

YCS may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating the website, processing donations, managing communications, or providing services on behalf of YCS.

Information may also be disclosed when required by law, court order, legal process, or when necessary to protect the rights, safety, and security of YCS, its clients, employees, or the public.

How YCS Protects Your Information

If you choose to make a donation to YCS or purchase tickets to a YCS event, your transaction may be processed through third-party payment processors using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption or other industry-standard security technologies.

YCS does not store or retain credit card information submitted through third-party payment processors.

YCS maintains administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, YCS employs reasonable security measures to help protect information submitted through this website.

Third-Party Services

YCS may utilize third-party providers for website hosting, analytics, communication services, online forms, payment processing, and other website-related functions.

These providers may process information on behalf of YCS in accordance with their own privacy and security practices and only as necessary to provide services to YCS.

External Links

The YCS website may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes.

YCS does not control and is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

Protected Health Information

This website is not intended for the transmission of Protected Health Information (PHI) unless specifically directed through secure methods provided by YCS.

Individuals should not submit sensitive medical information through general website forms unless instructed to do so through approved secure communication channels.

Children’s Privacy

YCS is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Personal information from children will not be knowingly collected through this website except where permitted by law and appropriate consent has been obtained.

Visitor Choices

Visitors may:

  • Choose not to provide personal information
  • Disable cookies through browser settings
  • Opt out of certain communications
  • Contact YCS regarding privacy concerns or questions

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain portions of the website.

Changes to This Policy

YCS reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.

Any changes will be posted on this page and will become effective upon posting. Visitors are encouraged to review this policy periodically for updates.

Contacting Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or YCS privacy practices, please contact:

Youth Consultation Service (YCS)
Website: https://www.ycs.org
Email: helpdesk@ycs.org
Phone: (973) 482-8411