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Privacy Policy

At the Society for Scientific and Technological Advancement (TSSTA), we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our members, collaborators, and website users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, academic/professional affiliation, and other details provided during membership registration or event participation.
  • Academic and Professional Data: Areas of research, publications, credentials, and professional interests.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and pages visited (collected via cookies or analytics tools when you visit our website).
  • Payment Information: If you make a payment (e.g., for membership or event registration), billing information is collected securely through third-party payment processors.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and manage membership and participation in SoTA programs and events.
  • Provide updates, newsletters, and important organizational communications.
  • Recognize achievements, such as awards or leadership roles.
  • Facilitate networking and collaboration among members.
  • Improve our website, services, and user experience.

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

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) for operational purposes.
  • Event or award partners, only with your consent or as required to administer programs.
  • Legal or regulatory authorities, if required by law or to protect our rights and operations.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve your experience and analyze usage. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws, including:

  • Access to the data we hold about you
  • Correction or deletion of your personal data
  • Objection to or restriction of certain types of processing
  • Withdrawal of consent at any time (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@tssta.org.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. Life Membership and award records may be retained permanently unless otherwise requested.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

9. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by email or by posting a notice on our website.

10. Contact Us

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

The Society for Scientific and Technological Advancement (TSSTA)
Email: contact@tssta.org