Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how SayTrees Environmental Trust collects, uses, and protects your personal information.
Last Updated: September 2025
SayTrees Environmental Trust ("SayTrees", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, register as a volunteer, make donations, or participate in our environmental programs.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you register as a volunteer or interact with our services, we may collect:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
- Age and demographic information
- Volunteer preferences and availability
- Donation and payment information
- Communication preferences
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Browser type and version
- Device information and IP address
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
- Referring website addresses
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
• Coordinate volunteer activities and events
• Process donations and issue receipts
• Send updates about our programs and initiatives
• Improve our website and services
• Respond to your inquiries and requests
• Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, or conducting our programs.
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
Corporate Partners: With your consent, we may share your participation in corporate volunteer programs with your employer.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- ✓Access and receive a copy of your personal information
- ✓Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- ✓Request deletion of your personal information
- ✓Opt-out of marketing communications at any time
- ✓Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand user preferences. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though this may affect website functionality.
Children's Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.