Shelter of Serenity (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of all visitors, donors, and users of www.shelterofserenity.org.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including your name, email address, phone number, donation and payment details, and any information submitted through forms on our website.
We may also automatically collect certain non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on the site, and data collected through cookies or similar tracking technologies.
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information such as race, religion, or political affiliation.
2. Why We Collect Your Information
We collect your information to process donations, provide receipts, respond to inquiries, communicate with you, improve our website and services, maintain internal records, and comply with legal obligations. We may also send updates or communications when permitted.
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes or as required by law.
3. Payment Processing
All online donations are processed through secure third-party platforms. We do not store your full credit card information. These payment processors handle your information in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.
4. How We Share Information
Shelter of Serenity does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only when necessary to process transactions, operate our website, comply with legal obligations, or protect our rights, users, or property.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and improve functionality. You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
6. Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request access to your personal information, request deletion of your information, and understand how your data is used. To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
Shelter of Serenity
Email: antonette@shelterofserenity.org
Phone: 951.977.0223
Website: www.shelterofserenity.org
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.