Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 17, 2025
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Contact information (name, email address, phone number)
- Payment information (processed securely through PayPal)
- Registration and account information
Information Automatically Collected
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. This includes:
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Geographic location (general area, not specific address)
- Device and browser information
- Referral sources
Cookies and Tracking
- Google Analytics uses cookies to track website usage
- PayPal may use cookies during payment processing
- You can disable cookies in your browser settings
How We Use Your Information
- Process registrations and payments
- Communicate about events and services
- Improve our website and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information with:
- PayPal: For payment processing (governed by PayPal's privacy policy)
- Google: Through Google Analytics (anonymized usage data)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Data Security
- Payment information is processed securely through PayPal
- We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data
- No payment details are stored on our servers
Your Rights
- Access and update your personal information
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
- Opt out of communications
- Disable cookies in your browser
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
- Purpose: Website analytics and improvement
- Data: Anonymous usage statistics
- Opt-out: Use Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
PayPal
- Purpose: Payment processing
- Data: Payment and transaction information
- Privacy Policy: https://www.paypal.com/privacy
Data Retention
- Registration data: Retained as long as necessary for event purposes
- Analytics data: Governed by Google Analytics retention settings
- Payment data: Not stored on our servers (handled by PayPal)
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.
Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or requests:
- Email: conference@castnc.org
This is a template. Consult with a legal professional for specific compliance requirements.