Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 10, 2026
Effective Date: February 10, 2026

The Felician Sisters of North America (“FSNA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the information you share with us through fsnaheritage.org (the “Site”).

This Policy explains how we collect, use and safeguard information.

By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

Information We Collect
We collect personal information only when you voluntarily provide it to us. This may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address (if provided)
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Information submitted through research inquiries
  • Information submitted for archival consideration
  • Information provided when signing up for newsletters

We do not require users to create accounts.

How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:

  • Respond to research inquiries
  • Evaluate and respond to archival submissions
  • Send newsletters or communications you have requested
  • Improve the functionality and content of our Site
  • Maintain internal records

We do not sell, rent, or lease personal information to third parties.

Sharing of Information
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the Site or distributing communications (such as email newsletter platforms). These service providers are required to maintain confidentiality and use information only for authorized purposes.

We may also disclose information if required by law.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Site may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance user experience
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Improve website functionality

Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the Site may not function properly without them.

We may use third-party services such as analytics tools to collect non-personal information (e.g., browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages).

Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect limited technical information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Access times
  • Referring website addresses

This information is used for statistical analysis and to maintain and improve the Site.

Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Fulfill the purposes described in this Policy
  • Comply with legal, archival, or administrative obligations

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or archived in accordance with our records management practices.

Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration or destruction. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we take appropriate steps to protect the information entrusted to us.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we collect about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal exceptions)
  • Request information about how your data is used

FSNA does not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
Phone: 724-384-5300
Email: jkresge@feliciansisters.org

We will respond in accordance with applicable law.

Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy periodically to reflect changes in practices or law. Updates will be indicated by revising the “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Contact Information
Felician Sisters of North America
871 Mercer Road
Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania 15010
Phone: 724-384-5300
Email: felicianheritage@feliciansisters.org