Effective Date: February 9, 2026
Pliking Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing and preventing litter on trails. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and website.
1. Information We Collect
We only collect information that you voluntarily provide to us. This may include:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, or phone number if you sign up for our newsletter, register for a cleanup event, or request mentoring resources.
- Donation Information: If you donate, your payment information is processed by secure third-party processors (such as PayPal or Stripe). We do not store your credit card details on our servers.
- Usage Data: Basic information about how you interact with our app (e.g., pages visited) to help us improve our educational content.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Provide resources and mentoring for starting local cleanup groups.
- Coordinate pliking events (litter cleanup while hiking or biking).
- Send updates about our programs, educational booths, and contests.
- Process donations and provide tax-deductible receipts.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
Pliking Inc. does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our programs, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
4. Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
5. Third-Party Links
Our app leads to our official website and may contain links to social media or partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our programs are family-friendly, but we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
8. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
Website: http://www.pliking.org
Email: info@pliking.org
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