Effective Date: 2/27/2025
Introduction
Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website (https://wingsoverwater.org/) and engage with our services.
Information We Collect
We use third-party services such as Google reCAPTCHA and Google Analytics to collect and process data securely.
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Register for events or purchase tickets
- Subscribe to newsletters or updates
- Contact us via forms or email
This may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment details (processed securely through third-party payment providers).
b. Non-Personal Information
We also collect data automatically through cookies and analytics tools, including:
- IP address, browser type, and device information
- Website usage statistics and traffic data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Process event registrations and ticket purchases
- Send newsletters, updates, and important festival-related communications
- Improve our website, services, and user experience
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share data with:
- Service Providers: Third-party platforms for event ticketing, email communications, or analytics.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies, including Google Analytics, to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Google reCAPTCHA may be used to protect our forms from spam and abuse. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
6. Data Security
We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is entirely secure, and we encourage users to take precautions when sharing personal information online.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Request information on how your data is used
To exercise these rights, please contact us at wow@coastalwildliferefuge.com.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival
100 Conservation Way
P.O. Box 1808
Manteo, NC 27954 US
Email: wow@coastalwildliferefuge.com
Website: https://wingsoverwater.org/
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. This Privacy Policy is intended to provide transparency about our data practices and ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws. By using our website, you consent to the terms outlined in this policy.