Introduction
Welcome to the Kaipupu Point Sanctuary Blog. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or engage with our services.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter, make a donation, or contact us through our website, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address;
- Non-Personal Information: We automatically collect non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior on our site. This information helps us improve our website and services.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To Provide Services: To manage subscriptions, process donations, and respond to your inquiries;
- To Improve Our Website: To analyze user behavior and improve the functionality and content of our site;
- To Communicate: To send newsletters, updates, and other information related to Kaipupu Point Sanctuary. You can opt-out of these communications at any time;
- To Ensure Security: To protect our website and users from fraud and other security threats.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, as long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential;
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer’s hard drive through your web browser (if you allow) that enables the site’s systems to recognize your browser and capture and remember certain information.
- Types of Cookies: We use session cookies (which expire once you close your web browser) and persistent cookies (which stay on your device until you delete them);
- Managing Cookies: You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our website.
Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. Your personal information is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems and are required to keep the information confidential.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These sites have separate and independent privacy policies. We have no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these linked sites. Nonetheless, we seek to protect the integrity of our site and welcome any feedback about these sites.
Your Rights
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information at any time. To do so, please contact us using the information below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the latest revision will be indicated at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.