Last Updated: October 2025

Antigua & Barbuda Search and Rescue (ABSAR) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information you share with us through our website, forms, and donation platforms.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name, email address, and phone number (via contact or volunteer forms)

• Payment information (when processing donations)

• General website analytics such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site

We do not knowingly collect or store information from children under 13 years of age.

2. How We Use Your Information

ABSAR uses the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries or volunteer applications

• Process and acknowledge donations

• Communicate updates about our work, if you choose to receive them

• Improve our website and services

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Donations and Payment Processing

All online donations are processed securely through a trusted third-party payment provider. ABSAR does not store or have access to your full credit card details.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking tools to enhance your browsing experience and measure website performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

6. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites. ABSAR is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

7. Your Rights

You may request to:

• Access, update, or correct your personal information

• Unsubscribe from our mailing list

• Delete your information from our records

To make a request, please use our contact page.

8. Updates to This Policy

ABSAR may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

Antigua & Barbuda Search and Rescue (ABSAR)
Antigua Yacht Club Marina, Falmouth Harbour, Antigua, West Indies
📞 +1 (268) 720-3992