Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 13, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our website or services. It also outlines your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

We use your personal data to provide and improve our services, engage with communities, and share updates about our marine conservation work. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation
Words with an initial capital letter have meanings defined under the following conditions. The definitions apply whether they appear in singular or plural form.

Definitions
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

  • Account means a unique account created for you to access our services or parts of our website.

  • Company (referred to as “Marine Nature Conservation”, “MNC”, “we”, “us” or “our”) refers to Marine Nature Conservation, Mombasa, Kenya.

  • Cookies are small files placed on your device containing details of your browsing activity on our website.

  • Country refers to Kenya.

  • Device means any device that can access the website, such as a computer, mobile phone, or tablet.

  • Personal Data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable person.

  • Service refers to the website and related online features.

  • Service Provider means any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of MNC, such as third-party companies or individuals engaged to help us operate our website or analyze its use.

  • Usage Data refers to data collected automatically during your interaction with our website.

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data
When using our website, we may ask for personal information such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Address

  • Any other details you choose to share via forms or surveys

Usage Data
We may collect technical information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website.

Tracking Technologies & Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and improve our services. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

Use of Your Personal Data

We may use your personal data to:

  • Provide and maintain our services

  • Communicate updates, events, and volunteer opportunities

  • Process donations or partnership requests

  • Monitor website performance

  • Comply with legal obligations

Retention & Security

We will retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated. We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no online transmission is 100% secure.

Data Sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers assisting with website operations

  • Partners collaborating on conservation projects

  • Regulatory authorities when legally required

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal data. To make a request, please contact us using the details below.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at anyone under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with the updated date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us: