Effective Date: 28 September 2024

At AFVBA, we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you access or interact with our website. By using our website, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information:

• Name
• Contact details (email, phone number, mailing address)
• Graduation year and class details
• Employment and education history (optional)
• Profile picture (optional)

b. Non-Personal Information:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Browsing behavior and patterns on the website

2. How We Use Your Information

The information collected is used to:

• Create and manage your alumni profile.
• Facilitate connections between alumni members.
• Send you newsletters, updates, and event information related to the alumni association.
• Improve the functionality and user experience of the website.
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns to enhance our services.

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

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

• Other Alumni: If you opt to share your contact or other personal details within the alumni community, they will be accessible to fellow registered alumni.
• Third-Party Service Providers: We may use third-party services (e.g., hosting services or analytics tools) that assist us in operating our website. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and do not have the right to use your information for any other purpose.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe that such action is necessary to comply with legal processes or to protect the safety, rights, or property of our members.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request to delete your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

5. Security of Your Information

We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal data, including encryption, firewalls, and regular security audits.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or correct your personal information.
• Request deletion of your account and personal data.
• Opt-out of newsletters or promotional communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and gather non-personal information. You can control cookies through your browser settings; however, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the website.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us.

By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.