Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 21, 2025

Walk with a Doc (“WWAD,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to promoting health through community walking programs. We value your trust and take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our programs, website, events, or communications.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect limited personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
  • Demographic information (if voluntarily provided)
  • Event registration or participation data
  • Communication preferences

We also collect anonymous website analytics (e.g., page visits, browser type) through cookies or similar technologies.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Register you for walks, programs, or events
  • Communicate with you about upcoming events and opportunities to participate
  • Send newsletters or updates you have opted in to
  • Improve our programs and website
  • Comply with legal or administrative requirements

You may opt out of any communication at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.

3. Text Messaging (SMS)

If you opt in to receive text messages from Walk with a Doc:

  • You will only receive texts related to the programs or events you have registered for or expressed interest in, or other WWAD communications you’ve agreed to receive.
  • No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
  • All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
  • Message and data rates may apply. 
  • You may opt out of any communication at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.

4. How We Share Information

  • We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
  • We may share limited data only with trusted service providers (e.g., email or event-management systems) who help us operate our programs, and these vendors are contractually required to safeguard your data and use it only for WWAD-related purposes.
  • We may share limited data with the local Walk Leaders who coordinate the walk events that you have registered for or participated in.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

6. Children’s Privacy

Walk with a Doc programs are designed for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any material changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact us.