Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 2025

Maritime Beyond Methane (“MARBEM,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website (www.marbem.org) or interact with us online.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited personal information necessary to operate our website and communicate with you. This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Organization or affiliation (if provided)

  • Any other information voluntarily submitted through our contact or sign-up forms

We may also automatically collect limited non-personal information through cookies or analytics tools (such as Squarespace Analytics or Google Analytics), including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Date and time of access

  • Referring website or link

If you leave comments or upload media (if those features are enabled), we may collect information shown in those forms along with your IP address and browser user agent to help prevent spam or misuse.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries or messages you send us

  • Manage event participation or form submissions

  • Provide updates, newsletters, or campaign information (if you have opted in)

  • Improve our website and understand visitor engagement

  • Maintain site security and prevent misuse

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our updates or newsletters, you may receive occasional emails about our work, events, or campaigns. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly at secretariat@marbem.org.

4. Data Storage and Security

We use secure third-party services (such as Squarespace and trusted email platforms) to store and manage submitted information. While we follow industry-standard practices to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure.
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party tools and platforms to operate and improve our website, such as:

  • Squarespace

  • Google Analytics

  • Email marketing services (e.g., Mailchimp or Buttondown)

These providers may collect and process their own data under their respective privacy policies.
Some of these providers may be located outside your country of residence. Where personal information is transferred internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure it is handled securely and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

6. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site performance.
You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, though some website features may not function as intended.

7. Embedded or Linked Content

Our site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, or articles) or links to external websites. Embedded content behaves as if you visited the external site directly, which may collect data or use cookies independently.
MARBEM is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under 13. If you believe we may have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data

  • Withdraw consent or unsubscribe from communications

  • Restrict or object to processing of your data

  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at secretariat@marbem.org.

10. International Users

Our website is accessible globally. By using the Site, you acknowledge that your information may be processed in countries where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be available at www.marbem.org/privacy with the updated effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted signifies your acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
📧 secretariat@marbem.org
🌐 www.marbem.org