Privacy Terms

Blue Star Recyclers (“Blue Star,“ “we,“ “us,“ or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, how we use it, and the choices you have. It applies to bluestarrecyclers.com, bluestarrecycler.org and any online forms, donation pages, or email communications linked to this policy.

Effective date: July 9, 2026

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

  • Contact information (name, email, phone, mailing address) when you request a recycling quote, schedule a pickup or drop-off, contact us, or sign up for our newsletter.
  • Donation information (name, billing address, email, and payment details) when you make a gift, processed securely through our payment partners.
  • Equipment and service details you provide when requesting a quote (e.g., type and quantity of electronics).
  • Any other information you choose to share with us, such as through emails or online forms.

We also collect some information automatically when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, and pages viewed, typically through cookies and similar technologies (see Cookies and Analytics below).

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process donations and send tax receipts and acknowledgments.
  • Schedule and fulfill electronics recycling pickups, drop-offs, and quotes.
  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer service.
  • Send newsletters, program updates, and fundraising communications to those who opt in.
  • Understand how our website is used so we can improve it.
  • Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements.

How We Share Your Information

Blue Star Recyclers does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate, including payment processors, our donor platform (Colorado Gives Foundation / ColoradoGives.org), and our email communications provider (HubSpot). These providers are authorized to use your information only as needed to provide their services to us.
  • Legal or regulatory authorities, if required by law, subpoena, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Blue Star Recyclers, our staff, or the public.
  • Successor organizations, in the event of a merger, reorganization, or similar transaction, subject to the same privacy commitments described here.

Donor Privacy

If you make a donation, we keep your information confidential and use it only to process your gift, provide a receipt, and communicate with you about our mission. If you prefer to give anonymously or wish to be excluded from acknowledgments or communications, let us know at lisa@bluestarrecyclers.org and we will honor your request.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar tools (such as web analytics services) to understand site traffic and improve the user experience. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent; some parts of the site may not function properly without them.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect the information you share with us. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are intended for adults and organizations, not children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Your Choices

  • Unsubscribe: Every email newsletter includes an unsubscribe link, or you may email lisa@bluestarrecyclers.org to be removed from our mailing list.
  • Access or correction: To review, correct, or request deletion of the information we hold about you, contact us using the information below.

Third-Party Links

Our website may link to other websites, including our donation platform and social media pages. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.