Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 9, 2026.
Baja Angels of the Sea (“Baja Angels,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a U.S. registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 92-3621218). We care deeply about the trust our donors, volunteers, subscribers, and visitors place in us, and that includes protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. It applies to bajaangelsofthesea.com and the ways you interact with us online.
Information We Collect
We collect information in a few ways:
Information you give us directly. When you make a donation, subscribe to our newsletter, volunteer, or contact us, you may provide your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and any message you choose to send.
Donation and payment information. When you give, you provide the payment details needed to complete your gift. This information is handled by our payment processors, not stored on our own servers. See “Donations and Payment Processing” below.
Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and the dates and times of your visits. We collect this through cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process your donation and send you a receipt and tax acknowledgment
- Communicate with you about your gift, our programs, and upcoming events
- Send our newsletter and updates when you have asked to receive them
- Respond to your questions, comments, and volunteer interest
- Operate, maintain, and improve our website
- Keep accurate records and meet our legal, tax, and accounting obligations
Donations and Payment Processing
Donations made through our website are processed by trusted third-party platforms, which may include our donation system and payment processors such as PayPal and Stripe, as well as PayPal Giving Fund and Meta (Facebook) for gifts made through those channels. When you donate, your payment is handled directly by these providers under their own privacy and security practices.
We do not collect or store your full credit or debit card numbers on our own servers. We may keep a record of your donation, such as the amount, date, and your contact details, so we can issue receipts, acknowledge your gift, and maintain our financial records.
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal or donor information to anyone.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to help the website function, remember your preferences, and understand how visitors use the site. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being used, though some parts of the site may not work properly without them.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share it only in these limited situations:
Service providers. We share information with trusted companies that help us operate, such as payment processors, our email and website platforms, and analytics providers. They may use your information only to perform services for us.
Legal requirements. We may disclose information if required by law, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights, or protect the safety of others.
Email and Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or updates, you can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly. We will honor your request promptly.
Data Retention
We keep personal and donation information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, including issuing receipts, maintaining financial and tax records, and meeting legal requirements.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you, or to object to certain uses of it. To make a request, please contact us using the details below. We will respond as required by applicable law.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for adults and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will remove it.
International Visitors
We are based in the United States, and our website is operated from the United States. If you visit or donate from outside the United States, your information will be processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your own country.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites and partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Baja Angels of the Sea EIN 92-3621218
Email:
Phone: +1 (760) 213-0277