Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BNI Canterbury ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Contact information (name, email address, phone number)
• Business information (company name, industry, services)
• Information submitted through contact forms or membership applications
• Communication preferences

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website information

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Process membership applications and inquiries
• Communicate with you about our services and events
• Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Facilitate networking opportunities between members

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Member Directory

As a business networking organization, we may display member business information in our public directory, including:

• Business name and description
• Contact information (as provided by members)
• Services offered
• Business location (general area)

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business, including:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Email marketing services
• Analytics providers
• Payment processors (for membership fees)

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests from public authorities.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We 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.

7. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete your personal information
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)

8. Marketing Communications

We may send you marketing communications about our services, events, and networking opportunities. You can opt out of these communications at any time by:

• Clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails
• Contacting us directly
• Updating your communication preferences

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: