Privacy Policy + Terms

Effective Date: Januar 1, 2026
Social Chicago Collective (“SCC,” “we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website, interact with our content, or subscribe to our programs (including SMS).


Information we collect

Information we collect

Information you provide

  • Contact details such as name, email address, phone number

  • Any information you submit through forms (e.g., inquiries, applications, feedback)

Information collected automatically

  • Device and usage data (e.g., pages viewed, time on site, referring links)

  • Approximate location (based on IP address)

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see “Cookies & Analytics”)


How We Use Information

How We Use Information

We use information to:

  • Provide and improve our content, services, and programs

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

  • Send updates you request or opt into (including SMS, if you subscribe)

  • Understand site performance and audience interests

  • Protect our rights, safety, and prevent fraud/abuse


SMS Messaging

If you opt in to receive SMS messages from SCC or a related program (e.g., Let’s Dance Chi):

  • We use your phone number to send messages related to the program you joined

  • Message frequency may vary

  • Message & data rates may apply

  • You can opt out anytime by replying STOP

  • Your consent to receive SMS is not a condition of purchase

Sharing of Information

Sharing of Information

We may share information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate (e.g., website hosting, analytics, messaging platforms)

  • Legal/Compliance if required by law or to protect rights and safety

  • Business transfers if we’re involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale


We do not sell your personal information.


Cookies & Analytics

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site and to improve performance. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser and may be able to limit tracking through device settings.


We use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site and to improve performance. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser and may be able to limit tracking through device settings.


Your Choices

Your Choices

You can:

  • Unsubscribe from emails using the link in the email

  • Opt out of SMS by replying STOP

  • Contact us to request access, correction, or deletion where applicable

Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the SCC website and any related services, content, and programs. By accessing or using our site, you agree to these Terms.

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the SCC website and any related services, content, and programs. By accessing or using our site, you agree to these Terms.

Use of the Website

Use of the Website

You agree not to misuse the site, interfere with its operation, attempt unauthorized access, or use the site for unlawful purposes.


You agree not to misuse the site, interfere with its operation, attempt unauthorized access, or use the site for unlawful purposes.


Services & Content

Services & Content

SCC provides nightlife-related content, recommendations, event communications, and opt-in programs. Event information may change; we don’t guarantee accuracy, availability, or outcomes.


SCC provides nightlife-related content, recommendations, event communications, and opt-in programs. Event information may change; we don’t guarantee accuracy, availability, or outcomes.


Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property

All content on this site (text, branding, logos, visuals) is owned by SCC or licensed to us and may not be copied, modified, or used commercially without permission.

All content on this site (text, branding, logos, visuals) is owned by SCC or licensed to us and may not be copied, modified, or used commercially without permission.

Third-Party Links

Third-Party Links

Our site may include links to third-party websites or platforms. We aren’t responsible for their content or policies.


Our site may include links to third-party websites or platforms. We aren’t responsible for their content or policies.


SMS Terms (If You Subscribe)

SMS Terms (If You Subscribe)

By opting in to SMS from SCC or a related program (e.g., Let’s Dance Chi), you agree to receive text messages to the phone number you provide.

  • Message frequency may vary

  • Message & data rates may apply

  • Reply STOP to opt out at any time

  • Reply HELP for help

  • Consent to receive SMS is not a condition of purchase

We may use service providers to deliver SMS. Mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.



Disclaimer

Disclaimer

The website and services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

The website and services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

Limitation of Liability

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SCC will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the site or services.


To the fullest extent permitted by law, SCC will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the site or services.


Indemnification

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold SCC harmless from claims arising out of your misuse of the site or violation of these Terms.


You agree to indemnify and hold SCC harmless from claims arising out of your misuse of the site or violation of these Terms.


Governing Law

Governing Law


These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the site means you accept the updated Terms.