Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Russian Riverkeeper (“RRK,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to respecting the privacy rights of all donors and visitors to our website. This policy explains Russian Riverkeeper’s collection, protection, and use of the data we receive from donors and visitors to our website.

Our General Policy

We recognize the importance of protecting information we may collect from donors and visitors. We use the information we acquire for internal purposes only and maintain appropriate security measures to keep it private.

Users can visit our site without revealing any personal information. If you choose to give us personal information—for example to correspond with us, make a donation, or subscribe to emails—it is our intent to let you know how we will use such information. We will remove you from our mailing, email, or phone lists at any time, upon request. We do not sell or rent your email address to third parties.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you choose to provide directly to us in the course of interacting with our programs, services, and website. This may include details necessary for communication, donations, participation in events, or survey responses.

• Contact information (e.g., name, email address, physical address, phone number).
• Donation and payment information. When entered online, this information is processed directly by secure third-party payment processors and we do not receive this information.
• Communication preferences.
• Volunteer and event registration details.
• Survey responses and feedback.
• Messages sent through our contact forms and to organizational emails.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through standard internet technologies. This information helps us understand site usage, improve functionality, and enhance the overall user experience.

• IP address and device identifiers.
• Browser type and operating system.
• Pages viewed and time spent on our website.
• Referring websites and search terms.
• Geographic location (city/state level).
• Site interaction patterns and preferences.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used solely to support our mission and ensure the effective operation of our programs.

• Process donations, payments, and membership registrations.
• Send newsletters, campaign updates, and event information.
• Respond to inquiries and feedback.
• Analyze website performance and user experience.
• Improve our programs and services.
• Maintain security and prevent fraud.
• Comply with legal obligations.

Data Protection and Security

We implement robust security measures including:

• Industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission.
• Secure hosting environments with regular security updates.
• Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel.
• Regular security assessments and monitoring.
• Employee training on data protection practices.
• Compliance with applicable privacy regulations.

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We take your trust seriously and only share your information when it’s necessary to provide services, operate securely, or comply with the law. The following outlines who we share data with—and, just as importantly, who we never share it with.

We disclose personal information only to carefully selected third parties whose services are necessary to facilitate our operations, process transactions, maintain system integrity, and comply with applicable legal obligations.

• Payment processors for donation and payment processing.
• Email service providers for communications.
• Analytics providers to improve website performance.
• Cloud storage providers for data backup.
• Legal authorities when required by law.

 

Under no circumstances, we will ever:

• Sell your personal information.
• Share your data for marketing purposes.
• Provide information to unauthorized third parties.

Analytics and Cookies

We use analytic tools to understand how visitors use our site. These services tell us information about technical aspects of our visitors’ computers and some demographic information. We use this information to improve our content, website functionality, and structure, leading to a better user experience. We do not receive or request any personally identifiable information unless you provide it to us. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information.
• Request corrections to inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your information.
• Opt-out of communications.
• Modify cookie preferences.
• Receive a copy of your data.
• File a complaint with privacy regulators.

Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect operational changes or legal requirements. We’ll post the updated version with a revised effective date on this page. Significant changes will be announced through our website and/or email notifications. Continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

Questions about this policy or your information? Email us at info@russianriverkeeper.org.