Privacy Policy
Black Iris Social Club and Black Iris Website

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Black Iris Social Club, Black Iris Art Gallery, and Black Iris (collectively, “Black Iris,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, become a member, attend events, interact with us online or in person, or receive communications from us, including SMS messages.

By using our website, joining the club, attending events, or communicating with us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal information you provide directly
This includes name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, payment information, membership details, and any information you submit through forms, applications, event registrations, or direct communication.

• Automatically collected information
When you visit our website, we may collect information such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and usage data through cookies and similar technologies.

• Event and membership information
We may collect information related to attendance, purchases, preferences, guest lists, and participation in club activities or events.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Manage memberships, events, and reservations
• Process payments and transactions
• Communicate with you about events, programming, membership updates, and club-related news
• Send marketing, promotional, and informational communications
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website, services, and member experience
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

SMS and Text Messaging Communications

If you provide your mobile phone number and opt in, Black Iris may send you SMS or MMS messages related to:

• Event reminders and updates
• Membership communications
• Announcements, promotions, and special offers
• Operational or administrative messages

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier.

You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message. For help, reply HELP or contact us directly. Opting out of SMS messages does not affect other communications such as email unless you opt out separately.

We do not sell or share your phone number with third parties for their marketing purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and understand usage patterns. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the site may not function properly.

Sharing of Information

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

• With trusted service providers who assist with payment processing, email delivery, SMS messaging, website hosting, or event management, and only as necessary to perform their services
• To comply with legal requirements, court orders, or lawful requests
• To protect the rights, property, safety, or operations of Black Iris, our members, guests, or others

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. While no system is completely secure, we work to safeguard your data using industry-appropriate practices.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Your Choices and Rights

You may:

• Request access to or correction of your personal information
• Opt out of marketing emails using the unsubscribe link provided
• Opt out of SMS communications by replying STOP
• Request deletion of your information, subject to legal and operational requirements

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. Black Iris is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

Children’s Privacy

Black Iris services and website are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Black Iris Social Club
321 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA
Email: members@blackiris.club

This Privacy Policy is intended to provide transparency and clarity about how Black Iris respects and protects your privacy.

SMS Messaging Terms & Conditions

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS and MMS messages from Black Iris Social Club, Black Iris Art Gallery, and affiliated Black Iris entities. These messages may include event announcements, membership updates, promotional offers, reminders, and administrative or operational communications.

Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of purchase, membership, or entry.

Message frequency may vary depending on events, programming, and engagement. Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier and plan.

You may opt out of SMS messaging at any time by replying STOP to any message. After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages unless you re-opt in. For assistance, reply HELP or contact us using the information below.

Black Iris does not sell, rent, or share your mobile number with third parties for their marketing purposes. Messages may be sent using third-party service providers solely to facilitate message delivery.

Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Participation in SMS messaging is subject to our Privacy Policy. By opting in, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to both this SMS Messaging Terms & Conditions section and our Privacy Policy.

Contact for SMS Support

Black Iris Social Club
321 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA
Email: members@blackiris.club