Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for Avian Conservation Institute
1. Introduction
At the Avian Conservation Institute, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our website visitors and supporters. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website [www.avianconservationinstitute.org] (or applicable domain) or interact with us online.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: When you make a donation, sign up for our newsletter, volunteer, adopt a parrot, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment details.
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Non-Personal Information: We collect data like your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and time spent on our site. This helps us improve the user experience and website performance.
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Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to analyze site usage, customize content, and manage functionality. You can modify your browser settings to manage cookie preferences.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
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To process donations and adoptions
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To communicate with you about our conservation efforts, events, and updates
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To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
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To improve our website, services, and outreach
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To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
4. Sharing Your Information
We will never sell your personal information. We may share it with trusted third parties for the following reasons:
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To process donations (e.g., payment processors)
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To send newsletters or updates (e.g., email marketing services)
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To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights
All third-party providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
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Access and review your personal data
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Update or correct inaccurate information
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Opt out of marketing communications
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Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.
8. External Links
Our site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” and post the updated version on this page.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Avian Conservation Institute
Email avianconserin@gmail.com
Website: [www.avianconservationinstitute.org]