Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1st of January 2025
Introduction
At GCBS, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website gc-bs.org and apply for memberships.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information from individuals and organizations, including but not limited to:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
- Organizational Information: Organization name, registration documents, and proof of non-profit status.
- Membership Documentation: Proof of academic qualifications, publication records, and impact statements as required for specific memberships.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- To process your membership application.
- To communicate with you regarding your membership status.
- To send you newsletters, updates, and promotional materials.
- To improve our website and services based on user feedback.
Cookie Usage
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files placed on your device that help us understand how you use our site. We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings.
- Analyze site traffic and usage patterns.
- Improve our website’s performance and functionality.
Microsoft Clarity and Microsoft Advertising We partner with Microsoft Clarity and Microsoft Advertising to capture how you use and interact with our website through behavioral metrics, heatmaps, and session replay to improve and market our products and services. Website usage data is captured using first and third-party cookies and other tracking technologies to determine the popularity of products/services and online activity. Additionally, we use this information for site optimization, fraud/security purposes, and advertising. For more information about how Microsoft collects and uses your data, visit the Microsoft Privacy Statement.
Google Analytics We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This service uses cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information such as browser type, operating system, referring website, pages you visit, and the dates and times of your visits. This data helps us analyze website traffic, understand user behavior, and improve our website’s content and user experience. We may also use this information for site optimization and security purposes. For more information about how Google collects and uses your data, please visit the Google Privacy Policy:
Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your information in the following situations:
- With Third Parties: We may share your personal information with third-party service providers to assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, as long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request the correction of your personal information.
- Request the deletion of your personal information.
- Withdraw your consent from our processing of your personal information at any time.
To exercise these rights, don’t hesitate to contact us at hq@gc-bs.org .
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please get in touch with us:
- Email: hq@gc-bs.org