Effective Date: March 1, 2024

The Data Science Association ("Association," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our website, services, or engage with our platform. By accessing or using any of these, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

We collect data to provide and improve our services to you. The types of information we collect include:

Information You Provide: We collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and professional details when you register for membership, apply for a partnership, or contact us.

Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain data, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns. This data helps us analyze website traffic and improve user experience.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your Browse experience, remember your preferences, and gather data on how our services are used. You can control or opt-out of cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect certain functionalities of our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Delivery: To provide you with the services, resources, and benefits of your membership or partnership.

Communication: To communicate with you about your account, respond to your inquiries, and send you important updates or announcements.

Improvements: To analyze trends and user behavior to improve our website, services, and offerings.

Marketing and Promotions: With your consent, to send you educational materials, newsletters, or marketing communications about our services and events. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.

Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data in the following circumstances:

Third-Party Service Providers: We work with third-party vendors and service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering services. These partners are legally and contractually bound to protect your data and are prohibited from using it for any purpose other than providing the services we've hired them for.

Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a valid subpoena or court order. We will conduct a legal review to ensure any such request is valid and will only disclose the minimum information necessary.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred to the new entity.

With Your Consent: We may share your information with other parties if you provide explicit consent.

Data Security

The Association takes reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We utilize technical, physical, and administrative safeguards. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Your Data Rights and Choices

You have control over your personal data. You can exercise the following rights by accessing your dashboard or contacting us directly:

Access and Rectification: You have the right to access and update your account information at any time.

Erasure: You can self-delete your account and personal information from your dashboard.

Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications by following the instructions in the emails you receive.

Third-Party Platforms

If you access our services through a third-party platform, such as Facebook, you are also subject to their respective terms and privacy policies. You are responsible for ensuring compliance with these terms when using our services on those platforms.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or by posting a prominent notice on our website before the changes become effective. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.