Privacy

Effective Date: January 2025

NSBE Boston Professionals (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you engage with our services, events, or website.

By accessing or using our services or attending our events, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Identification Information: When you register for events, sign up for newsletters, or interact with our website, we may collect information such as your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.

Event and Membership Information: When you register for or attend events, we may collect additional information, such as event preferences, attendance status, and responses to event surveys.

Technical Information: We may collect non-personal information regarding your use of our website and services, such as IP addresses, browser type, and device information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and manage event registrations and communications.

• To improve our website and services based on your feedback and preferences.

• To communicate with you about our events, programs, and initiatives.

• To ensure that our services are operating effectively and to troubleshoot any issues.

• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies.

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:

Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in event management, communication, and other operational activities.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or other legal process, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of NSBE Boston Professionals, our members, or others.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.

• Request corrections or updates to your personal information.

• Request the deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions).

• Object to the processing of your personal information for specific purposes.

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic and improve site functionality. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

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. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update or modify this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated Privacy Policy will be effective immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way your personal information is handled, please contact us at:

NSBE Boston Professionals

Boston, MA

Email: telecommunications@nsbeboston.org