Privacy Policy for Native Fish Society
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
At Native Fish Society (referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us”), we respect and protect your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and how we safeguard your information. By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information from users who visit our website, donate to our cause, or engage with us through other interactions:
Personal Information: When you sign up for newsletters, make a donation, or register for events, we may collect personal details, such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment information.
Usage Data: We collect information about your interactions with our website, including IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your user experience, analyze website usage, and personalize content. You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies, but some features of our website may not function properly without them.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To Provide Services: We use your information to process donations, register you for events, send newsletters, and provide other services that you request.
To Improve Our Website and Services: We analyze usage data to enhance the user experience, identify technical issues, and optimize website functionality.
To Communicate with You: We may use your contact information to send updates, newsletters, and other communications related to our mission, events, and activities. You can opt out of these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails we send or by contacting us directly.
For Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal obligations.
3. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and will not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors and service providers who assist us in delivering our services, processing donations, or managing our website. These service providers are required to protect your information and only use it for the purposes we specify.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process.
4. Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
Access and Update Your Information: You can request to view, update, or correct your personal information by contacting us directly.
Opt-Out of Communications: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us.
Request Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions as required by law.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Native Fish Society
PO Box 1536, Oregon City, OR 97045
admin@nativefishsociety.org
503-344-4218
