Terms of Service

Effective Date: March 28, 2025

Welcome to Pigeon Key and Marine Science Center – www.pigeonkey.net. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use our site.

1. Use of Our Services
• You must be at least 18 years old to use our services.
• You agree not to use our website for any unlawful or prohibited activities, including but not limited to fraud, harassment, or infringement of intellectual property rights.

2. User Accounts
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
• We reserve the right to terminate accounts that violate our Terms of Service without notice.

3. Intellectual Property
• All content on this site, including text, graphics, and logos, is owned by Pigeon Key and Marine Science Center – www.pigeonkey.net or licensed for use and may not be copied or distributed without permission.

4. Limitation of Liability
• We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our website and are not responsible for any damages resulting from its use.

5. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
• These Terms are governed by the laws of Florida, U.S.
• Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in Florida, U.S., unless prohibited by law.

6. Changes to Terms
• We may update these Terms at any time. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

For questions, contact us by using the Send Us A Message area at the bottom of our homepage.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 28, 2025

At Pigeon Key and Marine Science Center – www.pigeonkey.net, we respect your privacy. This policy outlines what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

1. Data Collection
• We collect personal information you provide (e.g., name, email) and usage data through cookies and tracking technologies.
• Third-party services may also collect data on our behalf (e.g., Google Analytics, payment processors).

2. How We Use Your Data
• To provide, maintain, and improve our services.
• To personalize user experiences and process transactions.
• To comply with legal obligations.

3. Data Sharing
• We do not sell your personal data.
• We may share data with trusted partners for business operations, legal compliance, or security purposes.

4. Your Rights
• You may request access to, correction, or deletion of your data.
• You can opt out of certain data collection practices (e.g., cookie preferences).

5. Security Measures
• We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Updates to This Policy
• We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes take effect upon posting.

For privacy inquiries, contact us by using the Send Us A Message area at the bottom of our homepage.

Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: March 28, 2025

Pigeon Key and Marine Science Center – www.pigeonkey.net is committed to providing a website that is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.

1. Our Commitment
• We strive to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA standards.
• We conduct regular accessibility audits and incorporate user feedback to improve usability.
2. Accessibility Features
• Keyboard-navigable interfaces.
• Text alternatives for non-text content.
• Compatibility with assistive technologies.
3. Ongoing Efforts
• We continuously review and enhance accessibility features to accommodate all users.
4. Contact Us
• If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us by using the Send Us A Message area at the bottom of our homepage or (305)-743-5999.