Privacy Policy
Heroes on the Water (“we,” “our,” “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, https://heroesonthewater.org (the “Website”).
By using our Website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use our Website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
a. Personal Information You Provide
When you interact with our Website, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Mailing address
- Phone number
- Payment information (for donations)
Any other details you choose to share when signing up for newsletters, making donations, or contacting us
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, certain data is automatically collected, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
- Referral source (e.g., search engine, social media, or direct link)
- Other analytics-related information
This helps us analyze user behavior, improve our services, and enhance security.
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process donations and provide tax receipts
- Communicate with you about our programs, events, and updates
- Respond to inquiries and provide support
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Monitor website traffic and usage patterns
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us process donations, manage communications, or analyze website performance.
- Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or respond to government requests.
- Protection of Rights: We may share information to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of others.
4. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, and we encourage you to review their policies before providing any information.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws, including:
- The right to access, update, or delete your personal information
- The right to opt out of certain data processing activities (e.g., marketing communications)
- The right to request a copy of the information we hold about you
- To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information below.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Your continued use of our Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Heroes on the Water
101 C North Greenville Avenue
Suite 55
Allen, Texas 75002
