Our system routinely collects information about origin and site navigation of
website visitors. This site may use 'cookies' to collect information. A "cookie"
is a text file placed on the browser of a website visitor to identify website
use patterns. This information is used only to help us continually modify the
site based on use patterns and is not linked to any personal identifying
information. We do not collect any identifying or personal data on site users
unless that information is submitted as part of a request for service or
information, such as requesting a vessel safety check.
The only people using aggregate website access information are Auxiliary staff,
in particular, our web team. If a visitor submits additional identifying
information (as noted above), that information is available only to the
Auxiliary staff who will be involved in implementing the requested activity.
Information about website use patterns will be utilized by the web team and
other appropriate Auxiliary staff to modify and enhance the website. Identifying
individual information (such as name, e-mail, and address) will be used only as
requested by the visitor.
Our flotilla does not sell, share or release any information about website users
to any third parties, unless requested to do so by that user. Personal
information about individual website users, as submitted as part of a service or
information request, will not be shared for other than the stated purpose in any
way without specific consent from the user. However, we may disclose information
when legally compelled to do so.
Personal information about website users is collected only as part of a request
for service. If information is required in order to provide a service, the
website user will be informed as to which information in optional and which is
essential for receipt of the service. Users have the option of asking that
personal information be removed from our site once the service has been
completed. Users also have the choice of ending any subscription or request for
information by submitting a cancellation request by
contacting us.
If users do not wish to have any "cookies" attached to their browser, they may
disable cookies through their browser or Internet service company.
Email links are provided as a means to contact Auxiliary members for additional
information or to make comments. The sender's return email address will be used
to respond to comments and questions and may be made available to other members
of the Auxiliary for the same purpose. Because normal e-mail is not encrypted,
the possibility exists that unauthorized individuals may intercept e-mail
messages with our flotilla. Our flotilla is not responsible for privacy of
e-mail messages except those stored in our system.
This web site contains links to other external web sites. If you decide to
utilize any of the external links, you will be directed to a site, which is not
covered by our privacy policy. We recommend that you to read the privacy
statements of these sites since their policies may differ from ours.
Links to non-Coast Guard entities are not under the control of the United States
Coast Guard or the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, and are provided for the
convenience of our customers. They do not, in any way, constitute an endorsement
of the linked pages or any commercial or private issues or products presented
there. We cannot make any warranty or representation concerning the content of
these sites, or secondary sites from the pages to which they link.
