Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
FINS Foundation Inc.
Effective Date: February 23, 2026
1. Introduction
FINS Foundation Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to marine conservation, education, and community-led environmental impact.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly and transparently.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, submit a form, make a donation, or book an experience.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Information You Voluntarily Provide
When you submit a contact form, make a donation, or book an activity, we may collect:
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address (if applicable)
- Donation information (processed by a third party)
- Booking information (processed by a third party)
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
This information is collected through standard website analytics tools and hosting logs.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to inquiries and communication requests
- Process and acknowledge donations
- Facilitate bookings and program participation
- Maintain internal records
- Improve our website and user experience
- Comply with legal and nonprofit reporting obligations
We do not sell or rent your personal information. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FINS Foundation Inc., its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and partners from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Site or participation in programs.
4. Donations and Third-Party Payment Processors
Donations made through our website are processed by a secure third-party payment provider. We do not store full credit card information on our servers.
Your donation information is subject to the privacy policy of the payment processor used at the time of your transaction.
5. Booking Platforms
Some programs, experiences, or expeditions may be booked through third-party platforms, including PeekPro.
When you book through these platforms, your information is collected and processed in accordance with their privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies before completing a booking.
6. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to:
- Understand website traffic
- Improve site performance
- Enhance user experience
You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may affect certain site functionality.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
- Maintain donation and nonprofit compliance records
- Comply with legal obligations
9. Children’s Privacy
FINS Foundation Inc. does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 through its website.
If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so we may remove it.
10. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including booking platforms and partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
11. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
FINS Foundation Inc.
info@finsfoundation.org
USA: +1 (513) 341-6406
