Privacy Policy

EcoWaters – Water Conservation

1. Who We Are

EcoWaters (“we,” “us,” “our”) is a non-commercial initiative dedicated to promoting sustainable water use and conservation. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle personal information collected through our website and related channels.

2. Scope of This Policy

This Policy applies to information you provide directly to us (e.g., contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, event registrations) and information we may obtain through our service providers as necessary to operate our site and programs.

3. Information We Collect

  • Contact Information: name, email address, phone number, organization, role.
  • Inquiry Details: messages, feedback, and the nature of your request.
  • Newsletter & Campaign Data: subscription status and preferences.
  • Technical Information: IP address, device and browser details, and basic diagnostics collected by our hosting and analytics providers to maintain site reliability and security.

4. How We Use Information

  • To respond to inquiries, provide resources, and manage event registrations.
  • To send updates, newsletters, and campaign information you opt into.
  • To improve our website, services, and outreach effectiveness.
  • To protect our users, prevent fraud or misuse, and comply with legal obligations.

Where applicable, we process personal information based on one or more of the following:

  • Consent (e.g., newsletter sign-up).
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., site security, improving services).
  • Legal obligations (e.g., record-keeping requirements).

6. How We Share Information

  • Service Providers: Trusted vendors that help us host the site, send emails, or provide analytics, bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.
  • Legal & Safety: Where required by law, regulation, or to protect rights, safety, and security.
  • Organizational Changes: If EcoWaters’ programs are transferred, your information may be included as part of that transition with appropriate safeguards.

We do not sell personal information.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

8. International Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than your own. Where required, we implement safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or similar mechanisms to protect your information.

9. Your Rights and Choices

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Request correction or deletion of your information.
  • Object to or restrict certain processing.
  • Withdraw consent for communications at any time (for example, unsubscribe from newsletters).

These rights may vary based on your location and applicable law. We will respond to requests as required by law.

10. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website and programs are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can delete it.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when changes were most recently made. Material changes will be communicated through our website or direct notice where appropriate.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

EcoWaters – Water Conservation
Email: [email protected]