Privacy Policy

This policy outlines how Beelina Sanctuary, INC ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the beelina.org website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by Beelina Sanctuary, INC.

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We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), other U.S. state privacy laws, and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, make a donation, subscribe to the newsletter, fill out a form, or interact with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate:

• Name

• Email address

• Mailing address

• Phone number

• Credit card information (for donations only), which is handled in compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) through secure third-party processors
   

Users may, however, visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personal identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site-related activities.
 

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we learn that we have collected such information without verifiable parental consent, we will delete it promptly. For more information, see our compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) below.
 

2. Non-Personal Identification Information

We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users' means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.

This may also include information collected through cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies. We use these to analyze trends, administer the Site, track users' movements, and gather demographic information. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or by opting out via tools like the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page. 

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3. How We Use Collected Information

Beelina Sanctuary, INC collects and uses Users' personal information for the following purposes:

• To Process Donations: We may use the information Users provide about themselves when making a donation only to provide service to that donation. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to process the donation (e.g., payment processors).

• To Improve Our Site: We continually strive to improve our website offerings based on the information and feedback we receive from you.

• To Send Periodic Emails: We may use the email address to send User information and updates pertaining to their donation or request. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, questions, and/or other requests. If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include organization news, updates, related product or service information, etc. Users can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or contacting us directly.

• For Mission-Related Purposes: To communicate about our programs, services, and events.
   

We do not use your information for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects.

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4. How We Protect Your Information

We adopt appropriate data collection, storage, and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information, and data stored on our Site.

Sensitive and private data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures.

In the event of a data breach that compromises your personal information, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities as required by applicable laws (e.g., within 72 hours under GDPR where applicable).
 

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce agreements. For example, donation records may be kept for 7 years for tax purposes. Non-personal data may be retained indefinitely in aggregated form. Upon request, we will provide more details on retention periods.
 

6. Sharing Your Personal Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent Users' personal identification information to others. We specifically do not sell donor information or lists. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates, and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. We may use third-party service providers to help us operate our organization and the Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes, provided they are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only as instructed.
 

If we share data internationally (e.g., with service providers outside the U.S.), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses under GDPR, are in place.
 

7. Third-Party Websites

Users may find advertising or other content on our Site that links to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors, and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from our Site.
 

8. Your Rights Regarding Your Information

Depending on your location and applicable laws (e.g., CCPA for California residents or GDPR for EU residents), you may have rights such as:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information.

• Correction: Update inaccurate data.

• Deletion: Request erasure of your data, subject to legal exceptions.

• Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of your data (though we do not sell data).

• Portability: Receive your data in a transferable format.

• Objection: Object to processing for certain purposes.

• Withdraw Consent: Where processing relies on consent.

To exercise these rights, contact us at the details below. We will respond within the required timeframe (e.g., 30 days under GDPR, 45 days under CCPA). We do not discriminate against users exercising rights. If you are an EU resident, you may also complain to your local data protection authority.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Beelina Sanctuary, INC has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the bottom of this page. For material changes, we may also notify subscribed users via email. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

10. Your Acceptance of These Terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

11. Contacting Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:

Email: beelinasanctuary@pm.me
 

For privacy-specific inquiries or to exercise your rights, email us with "Privacy Request" in the subject line.
 

This document was last updated on November 2, 2025.