USCGC Ingham Privacy Policy • Accessibility • Terms of Service
1. USCGC Ingham Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 9, 2026
Thank you for visiting uscgcingham.org (“we,” “us,” or “our”), the official website of the USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle information you provide or that is collected automatically when you use our website.
Information We Collect
Automatically Collected Data:
When you visit our site, our servers may automatically collect non-identifying technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device, pages visited, and date/time of access. This information helps us monitor and improve site performance.
User-Provided Information:
We only collect personally identifiable information (such as name, email address, or phone number) if you voluntarily provide it—for example, when you contact us, subscribe to updates, make a donation, register for an event, or fill out a form.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
- Respond to your inquiries and fulfill requests.
- Provide news, updates, or event information if you subscribe.
- Improve our website and services.
- Comply with legal obligations.
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
Behavioral and Interest-Based Advertising
From time to time, we may use limited advertising or remarketing tools to promote museum programs, events, or fundraising initiatives. These tools may use cookies or similar technologies to display advertisements to users who have previously visited our website.
We do not sell your personal information, and any advertising tools used are intended to reach general audiences rather than to profile individuals. You can control or disable personalized advertising through your browser settings or through advertising platform preference tools.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance website functionality and your browsing experience. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some site features.
Analytics and Website Usage Monitoring
We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors interact with our website. These services collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, referring websites, and general geographic location. This information is used solely to improve website performance, usability, and content.
Analytics providers may use cookies or similar technologies to collect this information on our behalf. You can learn how Google uses data collected from sites that use its services and how to opt out by visiting Google’s privacy and opt-out resources.
We do not use analytics data to identify individual users.
Third-Party Sites
Our site may contain links to external websites (e.g., ticketing, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. When you follow a link, you are subject to the privacy policy of the destination site.
Donations and Payment Processing
Online donations made through our website are processed by third-party payment processors such as Stripe and/or PayPal. When you make a donation, your payment information is collected and processed directly by the payment processor and is subject to their respective privacy policies and security practices.
We do not store or have access to your full credit card or banking information. We receive only the information necessary to acknowledge your donation, maintain financial records, and comply with applicable nonprofit reporting requirements.
Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no system can guarantee complete security.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have done so by error, we will take steps to delete such information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. The “Effective Date” will be revised accordingly. Your continued use of the site after changes signifies your acceptance of the updated terms.
If you have questions, please contact us at info@uscgcingham.org
You may control cookies and tracking technologies through your browser settings and may opt out of certain analytics or advertising features where applicable.
2. Accessibility Statement
We are committed to making our website accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities.
Standards
While we are a nonprofit and not a federal agency subject to Section 508 law, we strive to follow best practices in web accessibility, including alignment with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA where feasible, to ensure content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users.
Assistance and Feedback
If you encounter difficulties accessing any part of this website, we want to help. Please contact us with:
- The web address (URL) of the content you had difficulty accessing
- A description of the issue
- Your contact information
- Your preferred format for receiving the content
We will respond as promptly as possible to provide assistance or an alternative format.
Email: info@uscgcingham.org
Phone: (305) 292-5072
3. Terms of Service
Acceptance of Terms
By using uscgcingham.org, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.
Privacy and Data Use
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect information, including the use of cookies, analytics tools, limited advertising technologies, email communications, and third-party service providers. By using this website, you consent to the practices described in our Privacy Policy.
Use of Content
All content on this site—including text, images, and graphics—is provided for general informational and educational purposes. You may view and download materials for personal, non-commercial use only, provided you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices.
User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use this site in a way that harms, disrupts, or interferes with others.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems.
- Upload content that is unlawful, harmful, defamatory, or violates intellectual property rights.
Donations and Transactions
Any donations or purchases made through our website are subject to the specific terms posted at the time of the transaction. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Third-Party Services
Certain features of this website, including donations, communications, analytics, and promotional outreach, may be provided or supported by third-party services such as payment processors, email communication platforms, analytics providers, or advertising tools. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party services, which are governed by their own terms and privacy policies.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content or that access will be uninterrupted or error-free.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent allowed by law, the museum and its affiliates are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of your use of this website.
Changes to Terms
We may revise these Terms of Service at any time. Your continued use of the site indicates your acceptance of any updated Terms.
Contact Information
USCGC Ingham Maritime Museum
P.O. Box 186, Key West, FL 33041
Email: info@uscgcingham.org
Phone: (305) 292-5072
