Privacy Policy

Introduction

At World Digital Governance (WDG), we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.wdg.org (the "Website"). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you provide through forms or email correspondence.
• Membership and organizational details if you join WDG as a member.

b. Usage Data

• IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited.
• The time and date of your visit and other diagnostic data collected automatically through cookies or analytics tools.

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your user experience and analyze website traffic. For more details, see the "Cookies Policy" section below.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and manage access to the Website.
• Respond to your inquiries and provide requested services.
• Personalize your experience on the Website.
• Send updates, newsletters, and other communications relevant to WDG's mission.
• Analyze usage trends to improve our Website and offerings.
• Comply with legal obligations.

Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating the Website or providing services (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services).
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law, or in good faith, to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.
• Mergers or Acquisitions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred.

Data Security

We implement robust technical, organizational, and administrative measures to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

• Access and Rectification: Request access to your personal data or corrections if inaccurate.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
• Objection and Restriction: Limit or object to the processing of your personal data.
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at privacy@wdg.org.

Cookies Policy

We use cookies to:

• Understand website traffic and usage patterns.
• Store user preferences and improve functionality.
• Provide a seamless browsing experience.

Managing Cookies: You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and recommend reviewing their privacy policies.

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 we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

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