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Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

EMCC USA (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, become a member, or engage with our programs, events, and communications.

EMCC USA (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, become a member, or engage with our programs, events, and communications.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Information You Provide to Us Directly

  • Membership and Registration Information: Your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, professional details, and payment information when you join EMCC USA or register for events.

  • Communication Records: Information you provide when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletters, or respond to surveys.

  • Application Data: Information you submit when applying for membership, volunteering, or speaking opportunities.

B. Information We Collect Automatically

  • Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Small files to enhance your browsing experience and collect usage analytics.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information to:

  • Process your membership, event registrations, and payments.

  • Provide member services, benefits, and communications.

  • Share information about EMCC USA events, programs, and opportunities.

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.

  • Improve our website and offerings through analytics and feedback.

  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who provide payment processing, event registration, email communications, website hosting, or analytics services.

  • EMCC Global: As part of your membership affiliation, relevant information may be shared with EMCC Global for verification and benefits access.

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation.

  • Event Participation: If you participate in public EMCC USA events, your name and organization may be visible in attendee lists or recordings.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and track website usage. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit some website functionality.

5. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access, update, or correct your personal data.

  • Request deletion of your information.

  • Opt out of marketing communications.

  • Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

7. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. International Data Transfers

As part of EMCC Global’s network, your personal information may be transferred and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States and the European Union. We take appropriate measures to protect your data during such transfers.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

12. Contact Us

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

EMCC USA
Email:support@emccusa.org
 

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