Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 21, 2024

Women in Cybersecurity, San Diego (“WiCyS San Diego,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (“Website”).

By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use our Website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

You may provide personal information when you:

Register for events or programs.
Subscribe to our newsletter.
Contact us through the Website.
This information may include:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Job title and company (if provided)

b. Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect non-personal information when you visit the Website, such as:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Pages viewed and time spent on the Website

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on the Website. Cookies may collect information such as:

Your browsing preferences
Website analytics

You can adjust your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and manage Website content and services.
Communicate with you regarding events, updates, and resources.
Analyze website performance and user behavior.
Ensure Website security and detect fraudulent activity.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

With service providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who help us operate the Website or manage communications (e.g., email services).
Legal compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
With your consent: We will share information for other purposes only if you provide explicit consent.

4. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review the privacy policies of those third-party sites.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required by law.

6. Your Privacy Rights

a. California Residents (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect, use, and share.
Request deletion of your personal information.

To exercise these rights, contact us by filling out this form.

b. European Union Residents (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Union, you have the right to:

Access your personal information.
Request corrections or deletion of your personal data.
Restrict or object to data processing.
Data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us by filling out this form.

7. Security of Your Information

We implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online platform is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete it.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us by filling out this form.