Privacy Policy

Introduction

Advocates for Science @ IU ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our organization.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Sign up for our newsletter
• Contact us through our website
• Register for events or workshops
• Join our organization
• Participate in our advocacy efforts

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, university affiliation, and any other information you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Send you newsletters and updates about our advocacy efforts
• Organize and coordinate events and activities
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect our rights and safety
• With service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our activities (these providers are bound by confidentiality agreements)

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at advocatesforscience.in@gmail.com.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Us

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