Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Sivakasi Chamber of Commerce ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

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

• Register for an account or membership
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Attend events or programs
• Contact us through forms or email
• Make payments or transactions

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, postal address)
• Business information (company name, designation, industry)
• Payment information (billing address, payment method details)
• Profile information (photographs, biographical information)
• Communication preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Membership Management: To process and manage your membership applications and renewals
• Communication: To send you newsletters, updates, event notifications, and promotional materials
• Event Management: To organize and manage events, workshops, and networking sessions
• Service Delivery: To provide and improve our services, respond to inquiries, and offer customer support
• Payment Processing: To process transactions and manage billing
• Analytics: To analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Members: Limited business information may be shared in our member directory (with your consent)
• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or servicing you
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or transfer of assets
• Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization, members, or others

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular data backups
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve website functionality and performance
• Provide personalized content and advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Data Retention

We 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. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. 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.

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. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

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

14. Consent

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