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Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Effective Date: 12/08/2025

Indo Coral Conservation (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring responsible use of our website and services. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, and the terms governing your use of our website: indocoral.org.

Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect personal information when you:
• Apply for internships or volunteer programs
• Make a donation
• Subscribe to newsletters or updates
• Contact us via forms, email, or social media
• Participate in surveys or educational programs

This may include:
• Full name, email address, phone number
• Nationality, age, and diving certifications (for applicants)
• Educational background and CV
• Donation amount and payment details (processed securely via third-party platforms)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
• Process internship and volunteer applications
• Communicate about program updates and logistics
• Issue donation receipts and acknowledge contributions
• Improve our website and outreach efforts
• Comply with legal and financial reporting obligations

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties, except trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) who help us operate securely and efficiently.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Sensitive data (e.g., payment info) is handled through secure, encrypted channels.

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and tools like Google Analytics to understand website usage and improve user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

Email Communications

You may receive emails related to your application, donation, or newsletter subscription. You can unsubscribe at any time.


Terms of Use

Permitted Use

You may use our website to:
• Learn about our conservation programs
• Apply for internships or volunteer opportunities
• Make donations
• Share ideas and feedback

You agree not to:
• Upload harmful or illegal content
• Violate intellectual property rights
• Use our platform for unsolicited marketing or spam
• Disrupt website functionality or security

Internship Applications

By submitting an application, you agree to provide accurate information. We reserve the right to verify credentials and reject applications that do not meet program criteria.

Donations

All donations are voluntary and non-refundable. We issue digital receipts and may publicly acknowledge donors unless anonymity is requested.


Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the effective date. Continued use of our website implies acceptance of the updated terms.


Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns, please contact:
Email: contact@indocoral.org
Address: Gili Air, Gili Indah, Pemenang, North Lombok Regency, Nusa Tenggara occidental, Gili Indah, Kec. Pemenang, Kabupaten Lombok Utara, Nusa Tenggara Bar. 83352
Phone: +62 (0) 815 7202 2776

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What is BRUV – Baited Remote Underwater Video method?

A camera is placed on the seafloor with bait positioned in front. It records fish that come to investigate over a set time. Footage is reviewed later to identify species and behavior. It’s a passive method like setting a camera trap for marine life.

In short: BRUV = film fish attracted to bait, then analyze the video later.

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What is UVC – Underwater Visual Census method?

Divers swim along a transect line and visually record all fish seen within a defined area. They note species, size, and numbers during the dive. It’s a live fish count. Like taking attendance in a moving classroom.

In short: UVC = spot and count fish by eye while swimming the transect.

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What is Belt Transect method?

A measuring tape is laid out along the reef. In our case divers count all visible invertebrates (e.g. sea cucumbers, starfish) within a set belt width usually 1 or 2 meters. They record species and numbers while swimming slowly along the line. It’s a wide-area visual count like sweeping a corridor for invertebrates.

In short: Belt = count all invertebrates within a set zone along the tape.

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What is 3D Coral Monitoring method?

Divers take multiple photos of coral structures from different angles. Photos are processed using software to build a 3D model of the coral. This model shows shape, size, and changes over time. It’s like creating a digital twin of the coral to track its growth.

In short: 3D = capture coral from all sides, then build a model to monitor changes.

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What is UPT – Underwater Photo Transect method?

A measuring tape is also laid out along the reef. Instead of recording points manually, divers take overlapping photos along the line. These images are later analyzed on a computer to assess coverage and species. It’s a visual capture method like scanning the reef with a camera for later analysis.

In short: UPT = record the whole transect with photos, then analyze later.

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What is PIT – Point Intercept Transect method?

A measuring tape is laid out along the reef. Divers record what’s directly under specific points at fixed intervals (e.g. every 10 cm). It’s a manual, visual sampling method. Like checking what’s beneath each tick mark on a ruler. Data is written down underwater, point by point.

In short: PIT = record what’s under each point by eye, underwater.