Privacy Policy

Kurdish-American Chamber of Commerce

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, join as a member, register for events, or contact us. This may include:

  • Name, email address, and contact information
  • Business information and professional details
  • Communications you send to us
  • Event attendance and participation information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain our services
  • Process membership applications and payments
  • Organize and manage events and programs
  • Send you updates, newsletters, and important information
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Improve our website and services
  • 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 the following circumstances:

  • With other KACC members through our member directory (with your consent)
  • With service providers who help us operate our website and services
  • When required by law or to protect our legal rights
  • In connection with a business transfer or merger

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and login information
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Provide personalized content and recommendations
  • Improve our website functionality and performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Email Communications

We may send you emails about:

  • Account and membership information
  • Event invitations and updates
  • Newsletters and business opportunities
  • Important service announcements

You can unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the email or contacting us directly.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Opt out of certain communications
  • Request a copy of the information we have about you
  • Correct inaccurate information

8. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services (such as payment processors, social media platforms, or analytics tools). This privacy policy does not apply to these third-party services, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us: