Last Updated: September 02, 2024.
The Chartered Institute of Statisticians of Nigeria (CISON) is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, home or work address, and other identifying information provided during registration.
- Payment Information: Details related to membership dues, event fees, and other payments, including card or bank details (collected through secure third-party processors like Paystack).
- Professional Information: Job title, employer, areas of expertise, and any other professional details provided for membership purposes.
- Technical Information: Data on how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, and usage data, to improve our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used to:
- Process your membership registration and payments.
- Provide services such as event registrations, training, and access to CISON benefits.
- Communicate with you regarding updates, news, events, or changes in CISON policies.
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
- Maintain and update your membership profile.
- Improve our website and user experience through analytics and feedback.
3. Data Sharing
CISON does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information:
- With third-party service providers (such as payment processors or event organizers) to perform tasks related to our services.
- If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of CISON, its members, or the public.
- With your consent, in cases where you have explicitly agreed to share information for specific purposes.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes secure payment gateways (e.g., Paystack) and encryption where applicable. However, no online platform is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: You can request a copy of your personal data held by CISON.
- Correction: If your data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request corrections.
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances (e.g., if it is no longer needed for the purposes it was collected).
- Objection: You may object to the processing of your data for specific purposes, such as marketing communications.
6. Cookies and Tracking
CISON uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us analyze website traffic and improve our services. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect your use of certain website features.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as payment processors (e.g., Paystack) or event organizers. CISON is not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies.
8. Changes to This Policy
CISON reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Members will be notified of any significant changes through email or via announcements on our website. Continued use of our services after changes have been made indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
9. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at: info@cison.org.ng.