PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: December 28, 2025
Harrisburg Animal Rescue Team (HART) is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information when you visit our website, make a donation, submit an application, or otherwise interact with us.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information You Provide
When you voluntarily interact with our website, we may collect:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Donation information (processed securely by third-party payment processors)
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Adoption, foster, or volunteer application information
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Any other information you choose to provide through forms or email
Automatically Collected Information. When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
•IP address
•Browser type and device information
•Pages visited and time spent on the site
•Referring website addresses
This information helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve our services.
How We Use Your Information. We use the information we collect to:
•Process donations and send donation acknowledgments
•Review adoption, foster, and volunteer applications
•Communicate with you about our programs, events, and rescue activities
•Respond to inquiries and requests
•Maintain internal records and improve our website
•Comply with legal and tax obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Donations and Payment ProcessingOnline donations are processed through trusted third-party payment processors (such as PayPal, Venmo, etc.). We do not store or have access to your full credit card or payment details. These processors have their own privacy policies governing the handling of your information.
Sharing of Information. We may share your information only:
•With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our mission (and who agree to keep information confidential)
•When required by law or to protect our legal rights
•With your consent
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We will never share your personal information for commercial or marketing purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and collect basic usage data. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly.
Email Communications
If you provide your email address, we may send you updates about our rescue efforts, events, or fundraising campaigns. You may opt out of these communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies when visiting them.
Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:
•Access or update your personal information
•Correct inaccuracies
•Request deletion of your information (subject to legal or record-keeping requirements)To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Harrisburg Animal Rescue Team
Email: hartrescue10@gmail.com
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 60861, Harrisburg, PA 17106-0861
Website: [website URL]