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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 6/10/2026

ZooMontana ("we," "our," or "us") operates the ZooMontana website and related online services. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our guests, members, donors, volunteers, and website visitors.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, create an account, make a purchase, subscribe to communications, or otherwise interact with ZooMontana online.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.


Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Account login credentials
  • Billing and shipping information
  • Membership information
  • Donation information
  • Any information submitted through forms, surveys, event registrations, or other communications

We may also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website.


Analytics and Website Usage Information

ZooMontana uses Google Analytics and similar technologies to better understand how visitors use our website and improve the user experience.

Information collected may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Operating system
  • Geographic region
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referring websites
  • Website interactions

This information is generally aggregated and is not used by ZooMontana to personally identify individual visitors.

You can learn more about how Google collects and processes data through Google's privacy resources.


Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality, improve performance, remember preferences, and analyze website traffic.

Cookies may be used to:

  • Keep users logged into their accounts
  • Remember shopping cart contents
  • Store website preferences
  • Analyze website usage
  • Improve website functionality

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some portions of the website may not function properly.


Online Store and Customer Accounts

ZooMontana offers an online store where visitors may purchase merchandise and create customer accounts.

When making purchases through our online store, we may collect:

  • Customer account information
  • Billing information
  • Shipping information
  • Order history
  • Transaction details

Payment information is processed securely through third-party payment processors and is not stored directly by ZooMontana.

Customer information may be shared with trusted third-party vendors as necessary to fulfill orders, process payments, manufacture products, and provide shipping services.


Memberships, Tickets, and Event Purchases

ZooMontana memberships, admission tickets, donations, and certain event registrations may be processed through third-party ticketing and membership platforms operated on behalf of ZooMontana.

When completing these transactions, information may be collected and processed by both ZooMontana and the applicable service provider.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party systems used during the purchase process.


Email Communications

Visitors may choose to subscribe to newsletters, promotions, event updates, or other communications from ZooMontana.

Email communications may be managed through third-party email service providers.

Information submitted for newsletter subscriptions may be stored and processed by these providers in accordance with their privacy policies.

You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails.


How We Use Information

ZooMontana may use collected information to:

  • Operate and maintain our website
  • Process purchases and transactions
  • Manage memberships and donations
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests
  • Send newsletters and updates
  • Improve website performance and visitor experience
  • Monitor security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations

Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with trusted third parties when necessary to:

  • Process payments
  • Fulfill merchandise orders
  • Provide ticketing and membership services
  • Deliver email communications
  • Analyze website usage
  • Comply with legal requirements

Third-party service providers are only granted access to information necessary to perform services on our behalf.


Data Security

ZooMontana uses commercially reasonable safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.


Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, services, or platforms.

ZooMontana is not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of third-party websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.


Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate parental consent. If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child under 13 without authorization, we will take reasonable steps to remove the information.

Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information should contact us immediately.


Your Rights and Choices

You may:

  • Request access to personal information we maintain about you
  • Request corrections to inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of personal information where legally permitted
  • Opt out of marketing communications

To make a request regarding your personal information, please contact us using the information below.


Changes to This Privacy Policy

ZooMontana may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.


Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

ZooMontana
2100 S. Shiloh Road
Billings, MT 59106

Phone: (406) 652-8100

Email: [email protected]

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