Our Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:
1. Personal Information
When you fill out forms, register for events, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us, we may collect:
• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Organization or affiliation
• Country or location
• Any other information voluntarily provided

Technical Data

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Pages visited and time spent
• Cookies and usage data (see below)

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to improve functionality and analyze traffic. You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect certain features of the site.

Data Security

We implement standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law (including Nigeria’s Data Protection Regulation [NDPR] and international standards like the GDPR), you may have the right to:

• Access and request copies of your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: info@giscea.org

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries or messages
• To process event registrations or newsletter subscriptions
• To provide information about our programs, campaigns, and events
• To improve website functionality and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share your information:

• With trusted service providers who assist in running our website or managing communications (e.g., newsletter platforms)
• With government agencies or regulators, where legally required
• In connection with investigations of fraud, abuse, or suspected illegal activity

External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage users to read their privacy policies before engaging.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age of 13 without parental or guardian consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us for prompt removal.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated version of the privacy policy. Continued use of the website signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at: (www.giscea.org)