PRIVACY POLICY.

A legal disclaimer

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Welcome to Dakota Woodlands, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us"). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://dakotawoodlands.org (the "Website").

1. Information We Collect
When you visit our Website, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other details submitted via our contact forms, donation portals, or event registrations.
Non-Personal Information: Data collected automatically, such as browser type, operating system, IP address, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. These help us analyze website traffic and customize content based on your preferences.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:

To provide and improve our services
To communicate with you regarding inquiries, donations, or volunteer opportunities
To process donations and send receipts
To personalize your experience on our Website
To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraudulent activity
To analyze trends and improve our Website’s functionality

3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

With Trusted Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our Website, process donations, or conduct outreach efforts.
Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights, safety, and security of Dakota Woodlands, our users, or others.
With Your Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific purposes.

4. Data Security
We take reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet-based system is 100% secure, and we encourage users to take precautions when sharing information online.

5. Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to:

Access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us.
Opt-out of receiving promotional emails by following the "unsubscribe" instructions in our emails.
Disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may impact certain Website functionalities.

6. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.

7. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us to have it removed.

8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. Your continued use of our Website constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

Dakota Woodlands
3430 Westcott Woodlands

Eagan, MN 55122
Info@dakotawoodlands.org

651-456-9110

By using our Website, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.