Heritage Trails Partnership | GulfCoastTrails.org | Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [2025]

GulfCoastTrails.org is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a positive, accessible experience for all visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website. By using this site, you agree to the terms outlined below.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Information You Provide Directly

• Newsletter Signup: When you subscribe, we collect your name and email address.
• Contact Form: When you submit a message, we collect your name, email address, and any details you include in your inquiry.
• Donations: When you make a donation, we collect necessary details such as your name, email, billing information, and payment amount. Payment information is processed securely through our third-party payment provider.

Information Collected Automatically

Our site may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to gather limited, non-personal information about how visitors use the site, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on the site

This information helps us improve website performance and enhance the visitor experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Respond to inquiries and messages
• Send newsletters and updates (only to subscribers)
• Process and acknowledge donations
• Improve site functionality and visitor experience

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

3. Cookies and Analytics

Cookies help improve your browsing experience and provide us with data on website performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if preferred.

We also use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand visitor engagement. These tools collect non-identifiable information only.

4. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, you’ll occasionally receive updates about Mississippi’s blueways, greenways, and trail-related news.

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any of our emails.

5. Donations and Payment Security

Donations are processed securely through a trusted third-party payment service (such as PayPal, Stripe, or another reputable processor).

GulfCoastTrails.org does not store or have access to full payment information, including credit card details.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites, organizations, or resources. GulfCoastTrails.org is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external websites.

We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing personal information.

8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that such information has been provided, we will delete it promptly.

9. Your Rights

You may request to access, update, or delete your personal information at any time.
To make a request or manage your subscription preferences, please contact us at info@gulfcoasttrails.org.

10. ADA Compliance Statement

GulfCoastTrails.org is committed to providing a website that is accessible to all individuals, regardless of ability.

We actively work to ensure that our website meets or exceeds ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) standards for accessibility. Our goal is to create a welcoming online environment where everyone can access information about Mississippi’s blueways and greenways.

We continually review and update our website to maintain accessibility standards.
If you encounter any accessibility barriers or notice anything that could be improved, please do not hesitate to contact our team at info@gulfcoasttrails.org.
Your feedback helps us ensure an inclusive and user-friendly experience for all visitors.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our practices evolve or as regulations change. The latest version will always be available on this page, with the most recent update date listed at the top.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, ADA compliance, or your personal information, please contact us:

info@gulfcoasttrails.org
www.GulfCoastTrails.org