Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 7, 2026
Overview
The Original Dolphin Watch ("we," "us," or "our") operates this website and is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information. By using our website, you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly when you:
- Submit an inquiry form (name, email, phone, message)
- Book a tour through FareHarbor (name, contact details, payment information)
- Contact us by phone or email
When you use this site, our hosting and embedded service providers receive technical information such as your IP address and browser details to deliver their services. Booking, map, and inquiry services are described below.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process and confirm tour bookings
- Respond to inquiries and customer service requests
- Send booking confirmations and relevant trip information
- Improve our website and understand how visitors use it
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses the following third-party services that may collect information:
- FareHarbor — handles tour bookings and payment processing. Their privacy policy governs data collected during the booking process.
- Google Maps — provides embedded location maps. Loading a map connects your browser to Google.
- Google Sheets — supplies publicly published tour schedule information requested by your browser.
- Cloudflare — hosts and delivers this website.
- Formspree — processes inquiry form submissions. Their privacy policy governs data collected through form submissions.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.
Cookies
Embedded booking and map services may use cookies or similar storage under their own privacy policies. You can manage cookies in your browser settings; blocking third-party resources may affect booking or maps. Direct booking and telephone links remain available.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including booking records and legal obligations. Contact us with questions about retention of a particular inquiry or booking.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information through our site, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.
Your Rights
You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the date at the top of this page. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
The Original Dolphin Watch
33256 State Park Rd 100
South Padre Island, TX 78597