Privacy Policy for The Delphi Network

At The Delphi Network, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you engage with our services, website, and events. By interacting with The Delphi Network, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information in a variety of ways to provide our services. This may include:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number, job title, company, and other contact details.

  • Professional Information: Employment history, industry sector, areas of interest, and membership details.

  • Event Registration Information: Details collected when you register for events such as dietary preferences, accessibility requirements, and other relevant event-specific information.

  • Payment Information: Financial data used for processing membership fees or event payments.

  • Website Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, location, pages visited, and other technical details to improve user experience on our website.

We collect this information through our website, event sign-up forms, and through direct communication (e.g., phone or email).

2. How We Use Your Information

The Delphi Network uses the information we collect to provide services and enhance your experience with us. We may use your information for the following purposes:

  • Membership and Networking: To facilitate networking among members, manage your membership profile, and connect you with relevant professionals.

  • Event Management: To organize and personalize events, communicate updates, and ensure a smooth event experience.

  • Communication: To send newsletters, event invitations, and relevant updates, provided you have given consent for such communication.

  • Improvement of Services: To analyze and enhance our website, events, and member services based on usage patterns.

  • Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements and resolve disputes, if necessary.

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. However, in specific cases, we may share your information:

  • With Event Partners and Sponsors: For certain events, we may share relevant attendee details with partners, sponsors, or third-party vendors involved in the event organization. This will be done on a need-to-know basis and with appropriate consent.

  • With Service Providers: Third-party companies or individuals that assist us in providing our services (such as payment processors, event organizers, or IT services) may have access to your personal information.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request (such as a subpoena, government request, or court order).

4. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. If you choose to terminate your membership or unsubscribe from our communications, we will remove or anonymize your personal data unless legally required to retain it.

5. Your Data Protection Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.

  • Restriction: You have the right to restrict the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.

  • Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

  • Objection: You can object to the processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@thedelphinetwork.com. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by law.

6. Security Measures

We take data security seriously and have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. Our website uses encryption, and access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only.

However, while we strive to protect your personal data, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data, but we follow industry best practices to minimize risks.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and understand how visitors interact with the site. These technologies help us improve website functionality and customize content based on your preferences.

You can control the use of cookies at the browser level, but disabling cookies may limit your use of certain website features.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website and communications may contain links to third-party websites or services. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The Delphi Network reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to us at:

Email: dan@thedelphinetwork.com

We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring that your privacy is protected.