Updated June 17, 2026

Privacy Policy

Montana Freshwater Partners (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit freshwaterpartners.org (the “Website”).

By using this Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Submit a contact form
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Make a purchase through our online store
  • Create an account
  • Communicate with us directly

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Billing and shipping address
  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party payment processors)
  • Order details (products purchased, transaction history)
  • Account login information (if applicable)
  • Any additional information you choose to provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage information, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages viewed and time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • General geographic location (derived from IP address)
  • Cart activity and browsing behavior within the store

This information may be collected through cookies, analytics tools, WooCommerce functionality, server logs, and similar technologies.

How We Use Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Process and fulfill orders
  • Manage customer accounts
  • Provide customer service and support
  • Send transactional emails (order confirmations, receipts, updates)
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Send newsletters and marketing emails (if subscribed)
  • Operate and maintain the Website and online store
  • Improve Website performance, content, and functionality
  • Analyze Website traffic and shopping behavior
  • Prevent fraud, spam, and unauthorized transactions
  • Comply with legal obligations

WooCommerce and E-Commerce Data

This Website is powered by WooCommerce, which enables online shopping functionality.

When you make a purchase, WooCommerce may collect and store information such as:

  • Name and contact information
  • Billing and shipping addresses
  • Order and purchase history
  • Cart contents and checkout activity
  • Account information (if you create an account)

Payment information is not stored directly on our servers and is processed securely by third-party payment processors (such as Stripe, PayPal, or other providers used at checkout). These providers handle your payment information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This Website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable shopping cart functionality
  • Process checkout transactions
  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyze Website performance
  • Improve user experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect store functionality, including checkout and cart features.

Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the Website, including pages visited, time spent on the Website, and general usage patterns.

This information is used in aggregate form to improve the Website and online store.

You may opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

  • Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we use Mailchimp to manage email communications.

Mailchimp may collect information such as your email address and interaction with emails (including opens and clicks), in accordance with its own privacy policy.

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in emails.

We may also send transactional emails related to your orders, including confirmations, receipts, and shipping updates.

Maps and Embedded Services

This Website uses Mapbox and other mapping services to display interactive maps or location-based content.

These services may collect information such as IP address, browser data, and interaction behavior.

Embedded Content and Third-Party Media

This Website may include embedded content from third-party platforms, including YouTube and Vimeo.

When you interact with embedded content, these providers may collect data such as IP address, browser information, and interaction activity.

We do not control the data practices of these third-party services.

Google reCAPTCHA

We may use Google reCAPTCHA on forms and checkout pages to prevent spam and automated abuse. reCAPTCHA analyzes device and interaction data in accordance with Google’s Privacy Policy.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to operate the Website and online store, including:

  • Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe)
  • Email marketing services (e.g., Mailchimp)
  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Mapping services (e.g., Mapbox)
  • Security and fraud prevention tools
  • Website hosting providers
  • Plugins and integrations

These providers may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill orders and provide services
  • Maintain customer records
  • Comply with legal and tax obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Your Rights and Choices

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable law.

To make a request, please contact us through the Website.

Do Not Track

This Website does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the Website’s contact page.

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