Privacy Policy

Hope Takes Flight Animal Rescue Transport  

Effective Date: April, 2026

Our Commitment to Your Privacy  


At Hope Takes Flight Animal Rescue Transport (“we,” “our,” or “us”), your trust matters. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we use it.


Information We Collect  

 

Personal Information  

We may collect personal information when you:
- Donate  
- Volunteer  
- Fill out forms  
- Contact us  

This may include:
- Name  
- Email address  
- Phone number  
- Mailing address  
- Payment information (securely processed via third-party providers)

Non-Personal Information
  
 
We may automatically collect:
- IP address  
- Browser type  
- Device information  
- Website usage data  

How We Use Your Information  

 

We use your information to:
- Operate and support animal rescue transport missions  
- Process donations and send tax receipts  
- Communicate updates, events, and volunteer opportunities  
- Improve our website and services  
- Comply with legal requirements  

Sharing Your Information
 

 

We never sell your personal data.We may share data with:
- Trusted service providers (payment processors, email services)  
- Legal authorities when required  


Cookies & Tracking  

 

We use cookies to:
- Improve website performance  
- Understand visitor behavior  
- Enhance your experience  

You can disable cookies anytime in your browser settings.

Data Security
 

 

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your data. However, no online system is completely secure.

Your Privacy Rights (GDPR – EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data  
- Correct inaccurate data  
- Request deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”)  
- Restrict or object to processing  
- Data portability  
- Withdraw consent at any time  

Legal Basis for Processing  

We process your data based on:
- Your consent  
- Fulfillment of services  
- Legal obligations  
- Legitimate nonprofit interests  

Your Rights (CCPA – California Residents)


Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to:
- Know what personal data we collect  
- Request deletion of your data  
- Opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell data)  
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights 
 
How to Exercise Your Rights  

 

To make a request, contact us using the details below. We will respond within required legal timeframes.
 
Children’s Privacy  

 

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
 
Third-Party Links  

 

Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
 
Donor Privacy Commitment  

 

We honor and protect donor privacy:
- Donor information is never sold or shared  
- Anonymous donations are respected  
- Donor data is used only for acknowledgment and communication  
 
Updates to This Policy  

 

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted here with a revised effective date.
 
Contact Us  
Hope Takes Flight Animal Rescue Transport  
🌐 https://www.hopetakesflightinc.com
📧 info@hopetakesflightinc.com
📍 Concord, NC

Transparency & Trust
 

 

Every rescue mission we take depends on trust—this includes how we handle your information. We are committed to protecting both animals and the people who support them.