PRIVACY & COOKIES

See our company policy below on the terms of service, privacy statement, and cookies statement for using this website.
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
The Conservation Angler
Website: https://www.theconservationangler.org

1. Introduction

The Conservation Angler (“TCA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and respecting your rights when you interact with our website. This page outlines the terms under which you may use our website, how we handle your data, and how cookies are used to enhance your experience.

By accessing or using our site, you agree to the following terms and policies.


2. What Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum amount of information necessary to operate and improve our services:

  • Voluntarily Provided Information: When you use the “Contact Us” form, sign up for our newsletter, or engage with donation tools, you may provide your name, email address, or other contact details.

  • Automatically Collected Information: Like most websites, we may collect limited technical data such as your browser type, IP address, pages visited, and referring URL. This data is anonymized and used for security, analytics, and performance optimization.


3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries submitted through our web forms
  • Share updates via email (only with your consent)
  • Process donations via secure third-party payment platforms
  • Analyze website traffic to improve user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations or protect against misuse of our services

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.


4. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services

We may work with trusted third-party vendors (e.g., email marketing tools, donation processors, analytics providers) who assist us in delivering services. These providers are bound by data protection agreements and are only given access to data necessary for their specific task.

Examples may include:

  • Google Analytics or similar tools for anonymized usage tracking
  • Stripe, PayPal, or other platforms for donation/payment processing
  • Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or another email platform for opt-in communications


5. Cookie Statement

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Analyze traffic and site performance
  • Retain user preferences
  • Facilitate secure login (if applicable in the future)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. By using our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described here.


6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:
  • Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of receiving communications at any time
  • Disable cookies through your browser preferences

To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@theconservationangler.org


7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or store personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will promptly delete it.


8. Security Practices

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure hosting, and limited access controls. However, no website is 100% secure, and we encourage you to protect your personal information when browsing online.


9. Terms of Use

By using this website, you agree not to misuse or attempt to disrupt the platform, distribute malicious code, infringe on copyrights or trademarks, or violate any applicable laws.

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or terminate portions of the website at any time without notice.


10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in laws, technologies, or our services. Updates will be posted to this page with a new effective date.


11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, or Cookie Statement, you may contact us at:

The Conservation Angler
ATTN: John McMillan
📧 hello@theconservationangler.org
📍 PO Box 13121, Portland, OR 97232