Introduction

Hispanic Business Association Inc ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, become a member, or use our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in various ways, including:

Personal Data

When you register for membership, submit a contact form, or request a consultation, we may collect personally identifiable information such as:

• Name (first and last)
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Business name and information
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

Usage Data

We may automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data. This information helps us improve our website and services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Processing membership applications and payments
• Communicating about events, programs, and resources
• Responding to inquiries and providing customer support
• Sending newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Improving our website, services, and member experience
• Conducting research and analysis to better serve our community
• Complying with legal obligations

Data Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission
• Secure storage of personal information
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
• Use of secure third-party payment processors for financial transactions

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist us in operating our website and services
• With your consent or at your direction
• To comply with legal obligations or respond to legal requests
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information
• Opt-out: You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@explorecolumbiacounty.live.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.