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Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

The Marine Awareness Research and Educational Society (MARES) (“we,” “our,” “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website. By using this site, you agree to the practices described below.

Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website:

  • Personal Information (such as name, email address, phone number) when you sign up for newsletters, contact us, or make a donation.

  • Payment Information when making donations, processed securely by third-party providers (we do not store credit card details).

  • Non-Personal Information such as browser type, device, IP address, and website usage data through cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested information.

  • Send newsletters, updates, or communications you opted into.

  • Process donations and issue receipts.

  • Improve website functionality, performance, and user experience.

  • Support our mission of education, awareness, and marine conservation.

3. Sharing of Information

  • We do not sell or rent your personal information.

  • We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email services) who assist us in operating the website.

  • We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or the safety of others.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and analyze traffic.

  • You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the site may not work properly without them.

5. Security

  • We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

  • However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access, update, or correct your personal information.

  • Request deletion of your personal information.

  • Opt-out of receiving our communications at any time.
    To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Children’s Privacy

  • Our website is not directed at children under 13.

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have unintentionally collected data from a child, please contact us for removal.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

  • We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

  • Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us

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