At the Association for Protecting Exotic Species (APES), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our donors and community members. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and manage your personal information when you visit our website, [www.apesdonor.social](http://www.apesdonor.social/), or interact with our services. ## 1\. Information We Collect 1\.1. **Personal Information:** We may collect personal information that you provide to us directly, such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you register an account, subscribe to our newsletter, make a donation, or contact us for support. 1\.2. **Non-Personal Information:** We may automatically collect non-personal information such as your browser type, IP address, the pages you visit, and the time and date of your visit through cookies and similar technologies. ## 2\. How We Use Your Information 2\.1. **Provide Services:** To facilitate and manage your participation in the APES Donor Community, respond to your inquiries, and process your donations. 2\.2. **Communication:** To send you updates, newsletters, and information regarding our activities and initiatives that you have subscribed to. 2\.3. **Improvement:** To analyze and enhance the user experience on our website and to monitor and improve the effectiveness of our communications and campaigns. ## 3\. Disclosure of Your Information 3\.1. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. 3\.2. We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, managing communications, or conducting our activities, provided they agree to keep this information confidential. 3\.3. We may disclose your information where required by law or to protect our rights. ## 4\. Security of Your Information 4\.1. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. 4\.2. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. ## 5\. Your Rights 5\.1. You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to ask that your information be corrected, updated, or deleted. 5\.2. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [privacy@apes.org.uk](mailto:privacy@apes.org.uk) or 01744904791. ## 6\. Cookies and Tracking Technologies 6\.1. Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site usage. 6\.2. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. ## 7\. Changes to this Privacy Policy 7\.1. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. 7\.2. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website or informing you by email. ## 8\. Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: - **Email**: [privacy@apes.org.uk](mailto:privacy@apes.org.uk) - **Phone**: 01744904791 Thank you for supporting the APES Donor Community. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting it at all times.