Who we are
The Greater Chicago Post Card & Paper Show is dedicated to bringing together postcard, paper, ephemera, and memorabilia collectors from throughout the Midwest. Our website address is:
Information We Collect
When you contact us, subscribe to our mailing list, or complete a form on our website, we may collect information including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Any information you include in your message
We also collect limited technical information such as your browser type, IP address, and pages visited to help us improve the website and maintain its security.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected through this website may be used to:
- Respond to your questions or requests
- Send updates about the Greater Chicago Post Card & Paper Show
- Announce future shows, vendors, special guests, and event news
- Improve our website and visitor experience
- Protect the website against spam, fraud, and unauthorized access
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Comments
If comments are enabled on this website, we collect the information shown in the comment form along with the visitor’s IP address and browser information to help detect spam.
Comments may be processed through automated spam detection services.
Media
If you upload images to our website, please avoid including embedded location information (EXIF GPS data), as visitors may be able to download and extract this information.
Cookies
This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember your preferences
- Improve website performance
- Analyze visitor traffic
- Maintain administrator login sessions
You can disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
Analytics
We may use website analytics tools to better understand how visitors use our website. These services collect anonymous information such as pages viewed, device type, browser, and general geographic location. This information is used solely to improve the website and event communications.
Embedded Content
Pages on this website may include embedded content from third-party websites, including videos, maps, or social media posts.
Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited those websites directly. Those third-party websites may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction according to their own privacy policies.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to receive updates, we may occasionally send emails regarding:
- Upcoming show dates
- Dealer announcements
- Exhibitor information
- Admission details
- Event news
- Collecting tips and related content
Every marketing email includes an unsubscribe link allowing you to opt out at any time.
Data Retention
Information submitted through contact forms or event registrations is retained only as long as reasonably necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, or maintain business records.
If comments are enabled, comments and their associated metadata may be retained indefinitely to facilitate future comment moderation.
Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect the information you submit through this website. While no website can guarantee absolute security, we continually work to safeguard visitor information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us through the Contact page on this website.
Thank you for supporting the Greater Chicago Post Card & Paper Show. We look forward to welcoming you to the show.