Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy - the basics
1. Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you use this website or participate in activities associated with our organization.
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Information You Provide Directly
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Name or username
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Email address
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Contact information
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Membership or application information
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Any messages or forms submitted through the website
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the website, we may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser type and device information
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Pages visited and time spent on the site
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General usage and analytics data (through cookies or similar technologies)
3. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
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Provide and maintain website functionality
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Process membership requests or communications
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Coordinate events and organizational activities
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Improve website performance and user experience
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Ensure safety, security, and compliance with applicable laws
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Respond to inquiries or support requests
We do not sell personal information.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share information only in the following cases:
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With trusted service providers who assist in operating the website or organizational functions
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If required by law, legal process, or government request
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To protect the rights, safety, or property of the organization, members, or the public
We do not share personal information for commercial advertising purposes.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
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Maintain session functionality
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Analyze site usage
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Improve user experience
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information. However, no system can guarantee absolute security, and users acknowledge that they provide information at their own risk.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for operational, legal, or organizational purposes. Information may be deleted or anonymized when no longer needed.
8. Membership and Participation Data
Information related to membership, participation, or event involvement may be retained for internal organizational records, safety, and coordination purposes.
9. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services (such as hosting providers, analytics tools, or communication platforms). These services have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.
10. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
11. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:
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Accessing the information we hold about you
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Requesting corrections
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Requesting deletion of your data (where legally applicable)
Requests can be submitted through the contact information provided on the website.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the official communication channels listed on the website.
