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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 21.10.2025

 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website Fundacion Bahia or use our services.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.

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1. General Overview

Generally speaking, a Privacy Policy often addresses these types of issues:

  • The types of information the website collects and how it collects them.

  • An explanation of why the website collects this information.

  • The website’s practices on sharing information with third parties.

  • The rights of visitors and customers under relevant privacy laws.

  • The specific practices regarding the collection of data from minors.

  • And other important aspects related to transparency, data handling, and security.

This Policy provides full details about how we handle these matters at Fundacion Bahia.

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2. Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways:

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a) Information You Provide Directly

  • Name, email address, phone number, or other contact details.

  • Payment or donation details.

  • Messages, inquiries, or other communications you send us.

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b) Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Site, we automatically collect:

  • IP address, browser type, and device information.

  • Pages visited, time spent, and referring websites.

  • Data collected via cookies and analytics tools.

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c) Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from partners, analytics providers, payment processors, or social media platforms.

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3. Why We Collect This Information

We use your data to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve our Site and services.

  • Communicate with you, respond to inquiries, or send updates.

  • Process payments, donations, or other transactions.

  • Analyze usage to enhance performance and user experience.

  • Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud or misuse.

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4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

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

  • Service providers (hosting, analytics, payment processing, IT support).

  • Legal authorities, if required by law or legal process.

  • Partners or affiliates, only with your consent or when necessary to fulfill a service.

All third parties we work with are required to handle your data securely and lawfully.

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5. Minors’ Data

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 16 (or the applicable local minimum).
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If we learn that we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided data to us should contact us directly.

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6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to personalize content, analyze traffic, and improve functionality.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some parts of the Site may not work properly if you do so.

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7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law.
When data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

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8. Data Security

We apply appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
However, no online transmission is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

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9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under privacy laws (such as the GDPR or CCPA):

  • Request access to your personal data.

  • Correct or delete your data.

  • Restrict or object to processing.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.

  • Request data portability.

  • File a complaint with a data protection authority.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly.

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10. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside Colombia], please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in other countries.
We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

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11. External Links

Our Site may include links to third-party websites or services.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

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12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically.
When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
Your continued use of the Site after such updates means you accept the revised Policy.

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