Privacy Policy for African Business Expo
This Privacy Policy outlines how African Business Expo (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects the personal information of individuals (“you,” “your,” or “user”) who attend or apply to attend our events. By submitting an application, registering, or participating in any African Business Expo event, you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information from you when you interact with us, including but not limited to:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and other personal contact details.
- Event-Related Information: Preferences for accommodation, transportation, and other logistical arrangements related to the event.
- Application Information: Information provided during your application to attend, including professional affiliations, employment details, sponsorship or vendor preferences, and other relevant data.
- Payment Information: Credit card or payment details when required for registration or services related to the event.
- Travel Information: Details related to your travel plans if applicable, such as flight information, hotel preferences, or chauffeur services.
- Technical Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and browsing activity.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to:
- Processing and reviewing your application for event attendance.
- Communicating event-related details, including confirmation, logistics, and follow-up.
- Facilitating event arrangements such as hotel bookings, airport transfers, and city tours.
- Processing payments for event tickets or services.
- Providing customer support and responding to inquiries.
- Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, such as issuing visa invitation letters when requested.
- Protecting the security and integrity of our event, services, and website.
Sharing of Information
We may share your personal information with third parties under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in organizing the event, such as transportation companies, hotel partners, event management platforms, and payment processors.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to a legal request, such as a subpoena or court order.
- Business Partners: With your consent, we may share your information with sponsors or partners related to the event for networking or marketing purposes.
- Corporate Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring company.
Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include the use of encryption, firewalls, and secure data storage practices. However, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. If you withdraw your application or request deletion of your information, we will comply unless retention is necessary for legal, security, or business purposes.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and Update: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask for corrections or updates.
- Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your consent for us to process your data at any time, though this may affect your ability to attend or participate in the event.
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
- Objection: You have the right to object to certain types of data processing, such as direct marketing.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies allow us to monitor website traffic, improve site functionality, and understand user preferences. You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Third-Party Links
Our website or event communications may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party site before providing any personal information.
International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of the country where the event takes place, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the host country or other countries where our service providers are located. By submitting your information, you consent to this transfer.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
African Business Expo
Email: support@africanbusinessexpo.com
Phone: 833-703-4215