Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Land Stewards ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Donation information and payment details
- Volunteer application information
- Communication preferences
- Information you provide when contacting us or participating in our programs
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address and browser information
- Device information and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process donations and provide receipts
- Communicate with you about our programs and initiatives
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Coordinate volunteer activities and events
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Organizational Transfer: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
- Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand user preferences. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access and review your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Request information about data sharing practices
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" above. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
- Email: info@landstewards.org
- Phone: Contact us through our main contact form