San Diego Council of Divers

Privacy Policy

Introduction

San Diego Council of Divers ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, volunteers, donors, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, how we use it, and the choices available to you.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Membership information
• Event registration information
• Any information you choose to submit through contact forms or email

We use information that you voluntarily provide to respond to your inquiries and administer memberships and events.

Website Log Information

Like most websites, our web server automatically records certain information when you visit our site. This information may include:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Operating system
• Date and time of your visit
• Pages viewed
• Referring website

We may use information collected automatically by our web server for website administration, security, troubleshooting, and to help maintain our website.

How We Use Information

We use information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries
• Administer memberships and events
• Communicate with members and participants
• Process donations, where applicable
• Maintain and improve our website
• Protect the security of our systems

We do not sell personal information.

Third-Party Content

Our website may contain embedded content from third parties, such as YouTube videos.

When you interact with embedded content, the third-party provider may collect information according to its own privacy practices. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of those providers.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website does not use advertising trackers, analytics services, or marketing cookies.

However, third-party embedded content, such as YouTube videos, may use cookies or similar technologies. We do not control the use of those technologies by third parties.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

We may share information:

• With service providers that help us operate our organization
• When required by law
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of the organization or others

Photographs and Media

Photographs and videos may be taken during dives, meetings, training sessions, and other organizational activities. These images may be used on our website, newsletters, social media accounts, or other organizational publications. Individuals who wish to request removal of a specific image may contact us using the information below.

For more information, please refer to our Photo Policy.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the website.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

San Diego Council of Divers
PO Box 421393
San Diego, CA 92142

contact@sddivers.com

Last Updated

14 October 2026