Privacy Policy

The International Society of Citrus Nurseries (ISCN) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of its members and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when using our website.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data when you interact with our website:

  • Membership Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and professional details related to your membership with ISCN.
  • Payment Information: If you are purchasing a membership or making a payment through our website, we may collect payment information such as credit card details. We do not store credit card information on our servers; all payments are processed securely through third-party providers.
  • Website Usage Information: We may collect non-personal information such as IP addresses, browser type, and website usage patterns through cookies or other tracking technologies.
How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your information for the following purposes:

  • Membership Management: To process membership applications, maintain member records, and communicate with members about relevant ISCN activities, benefits, and updates.
  • Payment Processing: To securely process payments for membership dues, event registrations, and other services.
  • Website Improvements: To analyze website usage and improve our services based on user behavior and feedback.
  • Communication: To send you newsletters, announcements, and information regarding ISCN events and activities. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
How We Protect Your Information

We implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal data, including encryption of sensitive information, secure servers, and restricted access to member data. We also ensure that our third-party service providers follow industry-standard data protection protocols.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We will not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who assist in the operation of our website, processing payments, or providing services to our members.
  • Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to legal requests, such as court orders or government regulations.
Your Rights

As a member or website user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access and Update: You can access and update your personal information through your membership account or by contacting us directly.
  • Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to any legal obligations requiring us to retain certain data.
  • Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving non-essential communications, such as newsletters, by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience. You can modify your browser settings to control the use of cookies or to notify you when a cookie is being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to access certain features of the website.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. ISCN is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any websites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we will notify members of significant changes via email.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us.