The Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our members, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Barbados Data Protection Act, 2019-29 (BDPA)
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1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information:
We may collect personal details such as your name, contact information, job title, and company affiliation when you:
- Register for events or webinars.
- Subscribe to our newsletters.
- Participate in surveys or provide feedback.
- Engage with our services or communicate with us.
b. Non-Personal Information:
We gather non-identifiable information through cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, including:
- Browser type and version.
- Operating system.
- Pages visited on our website.
- Time and date of access.
2. How We Use Your Information
BCCI utilizes the collected information to:
- Provide and manage our services.
- Communicate updates, newsletters, and event information.
- Respond to inquiries and provide support.
- Improve our website and services through analytics.
- Ensure compliance with legal obligations under the BDPA.
3. Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information with third parties in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist in our operations, bound by confidentiality agreements.
- When required by law or to comply with legal processes.
- To protect the rights and safety of BCCI, our members, or others.
4. Data Security
BCCI implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, in line with the BDPA’s requirements.
5. Your Data Protection Rights
Under the BDPA, you have rights including:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Rectification: Correct inaccuracies in your data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
- Restriction: Limit processing of your data.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. BCCI is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with the effective date.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry