1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information You Provide: When you donate, sign up for newsletters and/or Open Houses via Eventbrite, and/or contact us via email, phone, text message, and/or Facebook messenger, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, billing address, and payment details.
• Automatically Collected Information: We use Google Analytics, WordPress, Mailchimp, MailerLite, and Jetpack, so we may collect IP address, browser type, device information, and user behavior on our website.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: See our Cookie Policy for details.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Process tour tickets, gift store purchases, and other donations to the museum.
• Provide customer support by responding to phone, text, email, and social media inquiries.
• Improve website functionality and user experience.
• Send promotional and transactional emails (only with your consent).
• Analyze visitor behavior using Google Analytics (through Google Tag Manager).

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:

• Service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms) for business operations.
• Legal authorities if required by law.

4. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include the ability to:

• The right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• The right to opt out of marketing emails.
• The right to request data portability.
  

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). Residents of other jurisdictions, including the European Union, may also have rights under applicable privacy laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

To request permanent data deletion from our customer database, please contact us at info@stocktonmaritimemuseum.org.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to help protect the personal information you provide. While we strive to safeguard your information, no method of transmitting or storing data over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources for your convenience and information. These may include news articles, partner organizations, social media platforms, online donation services, event registration platforms, and other external websites.

Please note that the Stockton Maritime Museum does not control or endorse the content, privacy practices, or security of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any external sites you visit.

7. Disclaimer

The Stockton Maritime Museum provides historical and educational information for visitors. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all content on this website is error-free or up to date.

• No Legal or Professional Advice: The information provided on this website is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, or professional advice. Visitors should consult appropriate professionals for specific guidance.
• External Links: Our website may contain links to third-party websites for additional resources or ticketing services. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, security, or privacy practices of these external sites.
• Liability: Participation in museum events, tours, and other experiences are at the visitor’s own risk. The Stockton Maritime Museum is not responsible for personal injuries, lost property, or damages arising from visits, activities, or third-party services.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted here.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, contact us at info@stocktonmaritimemuseum.org.