Idaho Rivers United Privacy Policy

Last updated: 3/6/2025

1. Introduction

Idaho Rivers United (IRU) is dedicated to protecting and restoring the rivers and fisheries of Idaho. We value the trust of our members, donors, and visitors, and are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number, and other contact details when you:

    • Subscribe to our newsletter

    • Make a donation

    • Register for events

    • Participate in surveys or advocacy campaigns

  • Payment Information: Credit card or bank account details provided during donations or purchases.

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior collected through cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to:

  • Process donations and send acknowledgment letters.

  • Provide updates on our conservation efforts, events, and organizational news.

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.

  • Improve our website and services by analyzing user behavior.

  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

IRU does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our website, processing payments, or conducting our activities, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or in response to valid legal processes.

5. 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 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal data.

  • Correct any inaccuracies in your information.

  • Request the deletion of your data, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.

  • Opt-out of receiving communications from us.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Privacy Rights Notice To California Residents

The State of California enacted the Shine the Light law (California Civil Code Section 1798.83) that permits users who are California residents to request certain information regarding the disclosure of certain “personal information” during the past year for marketing purposes. To make such a request, please email us at admin@idahorivers.org

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on Our Service and store certain information. Tracking technologies used are beacons, tags, and scripts to collect and track information and to improve and analyze Our Service. The technologies We use may include:

  • Cookies or Browser Cookies. A cookie is a small file placed on Your Device. You can instruct Your browser to refuse all Cookies or to indicate when a Cookie is being sent. However, if You do not accept Cookies, You may not be able to use some parts of our Service. Unless you have adjusted Your browser setting so that it will refuse Cookies, our Service may use Cookies.

  • Web Beacons. Certain sections of our Service and our emails may contain small electronic files known as web beacons (also referred to as clear gifs, pixel tags, and single-pixel gifs) that permit the Company, for example, to count users who have visited those pages or opened an email and for other related website statistics (for example, recording the popularity of a certain section and verifying system and server integrity).

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. IRU is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any linked sites you visit.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

IRU may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most recent version of the Privacy Policy is indicated by the “Last Updated” date at the top of the Privacy Policy. All changes are effective immediately upon posting. Please review this Privacy Policy frequently to stay updated on changes that may affect you. Your continued use of the Services signifies your continuing consent to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Idaho Rivers United
P.O. Box 633
Boise, ID 83701
Phone: (208) 343-7481
Email: admin@idahorivers.org