At gkii.org, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled with care and respect. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you visit our website. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, as well as certain information automatically when you interact with our website.
a. Information You Provide:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you sign up for our newsletter, contact us, or engage with our services.
- Account Information: Username, password, and other credentials when you create an account on gkii.org.
- Content Submission: Information you share when submitting forms, participating in surveys, or leaving comments.
b. Automatically Collected Information:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system.
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on the site, referral URLs, and other actions you take while using our website.
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device that help us enhance your experience on our site.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To Provide and Improve Our Services: We use your information to operate our website, personalize your experience, and improve our offerings.
- Communications: We may contact you with updates, newsletters, and marketing communications. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
- Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and offer assistance.
- Analytics and Improvements: We analyze usage patterns to improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
- Security and Fraud Prevention: To protect our site from unauthorized access, hacking, and other fraudulent activities.
3. Sharing and Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, and providing services (e.g., hosting services, payment processors).
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a court order or legal process.
- Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, with notice provided to you.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no online service is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights concerning your personal information:
- Access and Correction: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if the data is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
- Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications by following the instructions in those messages or contacting us directly.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, gather analytics, and show personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, but disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features on our site.
7. 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, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies when visiting them.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove that information.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page, and the revised date will be listed at the top.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for trusting gkii.org with your information. Your privacy is important to us.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on [7-8-2023].
