Privacy Policy

JonesRiver.org is the official website of both Jones River Landing Environmental Heritage Center and its parent organization, Jones River Watershed Association ("Jones River Watershed Association," “JRWA,” “Jones River Landing,” “the Landing,” “JRL,” "we," "us," or "our"). Protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit JonesRiver.org, including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto (collectively, the "Site"). Please take the time to read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using JonesRiver.org, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information Collection

We collect various types of information when you interact with JonesRiver.org:

  • Personal Information: This includes personally identifiable information such as your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and any other information that you voluntarily provide to us. We may collect this information when you register as a member, make a donation, sign up for newsletters, participate in events, or contact us through JonesRiver.org.

  • Non-Personal Information: We automatically collect certain non-personal information when you visit JonesRiver.org. This may include your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referral URLs, and other technical information. This data is used to analyze trends, administer the site, track user movements, and gather demographic information for aggregate use.

2. Use of Information

We use the information collected through JonesRiver.org for various purposes, including:

  • Providing and managing membership services.

  • Processing donations and payments.

  • Sending administrative communications, such as membership confirmations, event registrations, and donation receipts.

  • Responding to inquiries and providing customer support.

  • Personalizing your experience on JonesRiver.org.

  • Sending newsletters, updates, and promotional materials if you have opted in to receive them.

  • Conducting research, analysis, and improving our programs and services.

3. Disclosure of Information

We may share your information with third parties under certain circumstances, including:

  • With service providers: We may disclose your information to third-party service providers who assist us in operating JonesRiver.org, conducting our business, or providing services to you.

  • With affiliates and partners: We may share your information with affiliated organizations or trusted partners for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy.

  • For legal reasons: We may disclose your information in response to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements, or as required by applicable law.

4. Security of Information

We take reasonable measures to protect the security and confidentiality of your information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

5. Children's Privacy

JonesRiver.org is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove that information from our systems.

6. Third-Party Links

JonesRiver.org may contain links to third-party websites or services. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites or services before providing any personal information.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on JonesRiver.org. Your continued use of JonesRiver.org after the posting of the revised Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us.

Last Updated: April 16, 2024