1. Introduction
Sino-American Pharmaceutical Professionals Association of North Carolina (SAPA NC) ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
- Account credentials (username, password)
- Demographic information (location, profession)
- Profile information (photo, bio, social media links)
Membership and Payment Information
- Membership tier and subscription details
- Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
- Transaction history
Event Registration Data
- Event registrations and attendance history
- Guest information (if applicable)
- Dietary restrictions and special requests
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain our services
- To process membership subscriptions and payments
- To manage event registrations and communications
- To send newsletters and event announcements
- To improve our website and user experience
- To respond to your inquiries and requests
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party services that help operate our platform (Stripe for payments, Firebase for authentication)
- Event Organizers: Limited information for events you register for
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure authentication, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Export your data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@sapa-nc.org.
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyze usage patterns, and personalize content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and sending you an email notification.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: admin@sapa-nc.org
- Address: SAPA NC, P.O. Box 12345, Raleigh, NC 27601