This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which the Asia Fungal Working Group (“AFWG”, “us”, “we”, or “our”) collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User”) of the website (“Site”).
Personal identification information
We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our Site, register on the Site, fill out a form, respond to a survey, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, organization or specialty. Users may, however, visit some pages in our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personal identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site-related activities. We retain personal identification information we collect from you where we have an ongoing legitimate business need to do so (for example, to provide you with a Service you have requested). We will securely destroy Users’ data once we no longer have an ongoing legitimate business need to process Users’ data.
Non-personal identification information
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site and when Users interact with a third-party site that collect data on our behalf, such as seeing an advertisement on a third-party search page or social media. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about Users’ means of connection to our Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.
Web browser cookies
Our Site may use “cookies” to enhance the User experience. The Users’ web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. You may choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
How we use collected information
AFWG may collect and use Users personal information for the following purposes:
- To run and operate our Site
We may need your information display content on the Site correctly. - To improve customer service
Information you provide helps us respond to your customer service requests and support needs more efficiently. - To personalize user experience
We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site. - To improve our Site
We may use feedback you provide to improve our products and services. - To send periodic emails
We may use the email address to send User information and updates pertaining to their order. It may also be used to respond to inquiries, questions and/or other requests.
How we protect your information
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on our Site.
Sharing your personal information
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users’ personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and Users with our business partners and trusted affiliates for the purposes outlined above. We may use third-party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities in our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.
Electronic newsletters
If Users decide to join our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information, etc. We may use third-party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities in our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.
Third-party websites
Users may see links on our Site that link to the sites and services of our partners, sponsors and other third parties, including but not limited to social media platforms. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from our Site. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites that have a link to our Site, is subject to that website’s own terms and policies.
Data protection rights
Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) in regulated countries, Users are entitled to various rights regarding data that they have provided to us. These rights include requesting access to their personal data, updating their data, deletion or abortion of processing of their data and delivery of data to their own or to a third-parties upon their expressed approval. Users also hold the rights to object to automatic filling of information that could impact them. All of these rights are subject to certain circumstances only.
Changes to this privacy policy
AFWG has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will post a notification on the main page of our Site. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
Your acceptance of these terms
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
Contacting us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this Site, or your dealings with this Site, please contact us at [email protected].
This page was last updated on 11 December 2023.