Welcome to the International Institute of Generative AI website. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how we keep it secure, and what rights you have regarding your data.
If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue using the website.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, affiliation, job title, and country when you:
- Sign up for newsletters
- Register for events
- Submit inquiries
- Apply for membership
If you provide a CV or biography as part of applications, this will also be collected.
When you participate in events or programs, we may collect additional details such as payment or billing information if applicable.
If you subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list, we collect your email address and, optionally, your name.
Information Collected Automatically
We also collect information automatically when you visit the website, including:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the site
- Referral sources
This helps us analyze website performance and improve the user experience.
Like many websites, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to remember preferences, enable site functionality, and analyze usage patterns.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for several purposes:
- To provide and improve our services, events, and programs.
- To respond to inquiries and process applications or memberships.
- To register participants for events and send confirmations.
- To send newsletters, updates, and announcements (only if you opt in).
- To personalize your experience on the site.
- To conduct research, monitor trends, and analyze usage data.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
Legal Basis for Processing
Depending on your location, we may rely on different legal bases to process your data. These include:
- Your consent (for newsletters or marketing)
- Fulfilling a contract (for event participation or memberships)
- Legitimate interests (such as website improvement)
- Legal obligations (for compliance with applicable laws)
Data Retention
We keep personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws. Retention periods depend on:
- The type of data
- The purpose of processing
- Legal obligations
When data is no longer needed, it will be deleted or anonymized securely.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request the deletion of your data under certain circumstances.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, you may contact us using the contact us form. We may request identity verification before processing your request.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:
- Secure connections (HTTPS/TLS)
- Encryption
- Access controls
- Regular monitoring
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection of your information.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page. Substantial changes may also be communicated through additional notices, such as emails or banners.
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: March 1, 2024
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, subscribe to our services, or contact us for support.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services, communicate with you, and comply with legal obligations.
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in certain limited circumstances as outlined in this policy.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You may also opt out of certain communications from us.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@iigai.org.