Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Elephante Commons, Inc. (“Elephante,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website or engage with us online.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide personal information such as:

Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Donation information

This typically occurs when you donate, sign up for emails, or contact us directly.

Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect limited non-personal information, such as:

Browser type
Device type
Pages visited
Referring website
General location (city/state)

This information is used for analytics and to improve our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Process donations and provide receipts
Communicate with you about our work, updates, or opportunities to engage
Respond to inquiries
Improve our website and communications
Comply with legal and financial obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Donations and Payment Processing

Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment platforms. We do not store your credit card or bank account information on our servers.

Donation information is used solely for processing your gift, providing tax receipts, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Data Sharing

We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or processing donations (and only as necessary)
When required by law or to comply with legal obligations
To protect the rights, safety, or integrity of Elephante Commons

All third parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

Email Communications

If you provide your email address, you may receive updates or communications from us. You may unsubscribe at any time by using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

Understand how visitors use the site
Improve functionality and user experience

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your personal information. While no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, we strive to use appropriate safeguards to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.

Children’s Privacy

Elephante Commons does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding access to or correction of your personal information. You may contact us at any time to request updates or deletion of your information, subject to legal or record-keeping requirements.

Updates 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.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Elephante Commons, Inc.

Email: [hello@elephantecommons.org]

Website: [https://www.elephantecommons.org]