Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy Association of Ghanaians in the Philippines
Effective Date: May 22, 2023
- Introduction
The Association of Ghanaians in the Philippines (hereinafter referred to as “the Association,” “we,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its members, visitors, and users (collectively referred to as “you” or “your”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in connection with our services. By accessing or using our website, mobile application, or any other service provided by the Association, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
- Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information directly from you, such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other information you provide voluntarily when you register as a member or interact with us in any way. We may also collect additional information if you choose to participate in surveys, events, or other activities organized by the Association.
2.2 Log Data and Cookies
When you visit our website or use our services, we may automatically collect certain information, including your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, operating system, date/time stamps, and clickstream data. We may also use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, gather information about your usage patterns, and improve our services. You have the option to disable cookies in your browser settings, but please note that some features of our website may not function properly as a result.
- Use of Information
We may use the collected information for the following purposes:
3.1 Membership and Communication
We may use your personal information to process your membership applications, provide you with membership benefits, and communicate with you about our events, updates, and relevant information. We may also use your information to respond to your inquiries or requests.
3.2 Service Improvement
We may analyze the collected information to improve and personalize our services, develop new features, and enhance the user experience. Aggregated and anonymized data may be used for statistical analysis or research purposes.
3.3 Compliance and Legal Obligations
We may use your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes. We may also share your information with law enforcement agencies or other parties if required to prevent fraud, protect our rights, or ensure the safety and security of our members and the general public.
- Data Sharing and Security
4.1 Third-Party Service Providers
We may engage trusted third-party service providers to perform certain functions on our behalf, such as hosting our website, processing payments, or sending emails. These service providers may have access to your personal information only to the extent necessary to perform their functions, and they are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.
4.2 Data Retention
We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We will take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymize your personal information when it is no longer needed.
4.3 Security Measures
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
- Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, update, or delete your information. If you would like to exercise these rights or have any concerns regarding the processing of your personal information, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this Privacy Policy.