PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: 19-04-2025
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The Future of Tourism Coalition ("we," "our," "us") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website (the "Site") or engage with us online. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
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1. Information We Collect
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We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter, fill out a form, or participate in an event, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide.
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Non-Personal Information: We collect information about how you access and use our website, such as IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site, to improve the user experience.
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2. How We Use Your Information
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We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
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To provide you with updates, news, and information about the Future of Tourism Coalition’s activities.
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To respond to your inquiries or feedback.
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To personalize and improve your experience on our website.
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To analyze website performance and trends for continuous improvement.
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To send you invitations to events, webinars, and initiatives related to the Coalition.
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3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic and customize the content you see. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
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4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
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We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:
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Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the website or conducting activities on our behalf (such as email marketing platforms or event organizers). These third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
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Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Future of Tourism Coalition, our users, or others.
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5. Data Security
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We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
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6. Your Rights and Choices
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Under GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
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If you are a resident of the European Union (EU), you have certain rights under the GDPR, including:
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Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
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Right to Rectification: You can request to correct or update your personal information if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
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Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
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Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request that we restrict how we process your personal data.
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Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer your personal data to another organization.
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Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data, particularly for direct marketing purposes.
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To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
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Under CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
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If you are a resident of California, you have certain rights under the CCPA, including:
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Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected about you.
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Right to Delete: You can request that we delete the personal information we have collected about you.
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Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. (Note: we do not sell your personal information.)
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Non-Discrimination: You have the right to not be discriminated against for exercising your rights under the CCPA.
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To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
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7. Third-Party Links
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Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
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8. Children’s Privacy
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Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting an updated version on our website, with the "last updated" date indicated at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.
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10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights related to your personal data, please contact us at:
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