PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

Welcome to ABICB (“we,” “our,” “us”). ABICB (Accreditation Board for International Certification Bodies) is an independent accreditation body specializing in educational accreditation globally. Your privacy is important to us, and this policy explains how we handle the personal data collected via our website and related services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Data Provided by You:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number submitted through contact or accreditation application forms .
- Professional Details: Organization details, position, and accreditation application data (e.g., institution name, legal status).
Automatically Collected Data:
- Technical Data: IP address, device type, browser type, and pages visited, collected via server logs and cookies.
- Usage Data: Form interactions, page navigations, downloads, and site engagement metrics.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Process accreditation applications and communicate related updates.
Respond to queries and provide requested information.
Improve our website and services through analytics.
Send occasional non-promotional email updates (e.g., site maintenance, service changes).

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

Service Providers: Third parties (e.g., hosting, email platforms) that assist in running our website.
Legal Compliance: If required by law or in defense of legal rights.
Organizational Use: For internal dashboards or reporting, ensuring anonymization where appropriate.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use essential cookies and may employ analytics tools to better understand site usage and enhance user experience. You can disable cookies via your browser settings, though that may limit site functionality.

6. Data Security

ABICB employs industry-standard security measures (secure servers, encryption, and access controls) to protect personal information. Despite these measures, no system is completely secure.

7. International Data Transfers

To support our global operations, your data may be transferred to or accessed from countries outside your residence. Where applicable, we use legal mechanisms such as data transfer agreements to ensure proper protection.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as necessary for accreditation applications or handling requests. Data no longer needed is deleted or anonymized securely.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access or correct your personal data.
Request deletion, restriction, or portability of your data.
Object to processing or revoke consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@abicb.org.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.