Animal-Angels Foundation: PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: December 17, 2025

At Animal-Angels Foundation, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that helps us fulfill our mission and process your support.

 * Personal Information: Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number (collected when you sign up for a newsletter, apply to volunteer, or inquire about an animal).

 * Donation Information: We collect billing details to process donations. Note: We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers; these are handled by our secure third-party payment processors.

 * Automated Information: Like most websites, we collect basic data such as IP addresses, browser types, and "cookies" to improve your experience on our site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

 * Process and acknowledge your donations.

 * Provide updates on our animals, rescue efforts, and fundraising campaigns.

 * Evaluate volunteer and foster applications.

 * Respond to your questions or comments.

 * Comply with legal and tax reporting requirements.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We only share information in the following circumstances:

 * Service Providers: With trusted vendors who help us operate our website or process payments (who are also bound by privacy laws).

 * Legal Necessity: If required by law, such as a subpoena or government audit.

 * With Your Consent: If we wish to feature your donor story or photo on our site, we will ask for your permission first.

4. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. This includes SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) technology to ensure that sensitive information is encrypted during transmission.

5. Your Rights and Choices

 * Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from our email lists at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of our emails.

 * Access and Correction: You may contact us to request a copy of the data we have on file for you or to ask that we correct or delete your information.

 * Cookies: You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website features may not function properly.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites (such as social media platforms or partner organizations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Policy

Animal-Angels Foundation may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

 * Email: Angels@AnimalAngels.org

 * Phone: (205) 754-7542

 * Address: 4906 Vise Road Pinson, AL 35126