Privacy Policy
The Marine Megafauna Foundation ("we," "us," or "our") respects the privacy of our website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect from users, how we use it, and the choices you have about your data.
Information We Collect:
Newsletter Sign Up: When you sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you updates about our work, upcoming events, and fundraising campaigns.
Donations, Adoptions, Memberships: When you make a donation, adopt an animal, or become a member, we collect your name, email address, billing information (for secure processing), and any optional information you provide (e.g., mailing address for thank-you letters).
Trip Enquiries: When you submit a trip enquiry form, we collect your name, email address, and any details you provide about your trip interests.
Website Usage: We may collect information about your use of our website through cookies or other tracking technologies. This may include your IP address, browsing activity, and device information.
How We Use Your Information:
We use the information we collect to:
Send you newsletters and updates you have requested.
Process your donations and memberships securely.
Respond to your trip enquiries and provide relevant information.
Analyze website traffic to improve user experience.
Send occasional emails about our work (you can opt-out at any time).
Data Sharing:
We will not share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except:
To service providers who help us operate our website, process donations, or send emails (these providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements).
As required by law or to comply with legal process.
Data Retention:
We will retain your information for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. You can unsubscribe from our communications or request to delete your data at any time (see "Your Choices" below).
Your Choices:
You can opt-out of receiving our newsletters and promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any such communication.
You can access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information by contacting us.
Security Measures:
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption for sensitive information.
Children's Privacy:
Our website is not directed towards children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
Changes to this Policy:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on this page and encourage you to review this Policy periodically.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.