Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Bangladeshi Information Technology Professionals Network of North America ("BITNA," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our programs, or interact with our community.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number
• Professional information (job title, company, LinkedIn profile)
• Membership application details
• Event registration information
• Communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

• Browser type and version
• Device information
• IP address and location data
• Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, links clicked)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process membership applications and manage member accounts
• Communicate about events, programs, and networking opportunities
• Provide mentorship matching and career development resources
• Send newsletters and community updates
• Improve our website and services
• Analyze usage patterns and conduct research
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Within the BITNA Community: Your name and professional information may be shared with other members for networking purposes, with your consent
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who help us operate our website, conduct events, or provide services
• Event Partners: When you register for events, we may share relevant information with event hosts or sponsors
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Object: Object to certain processing of your information

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

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and event platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. 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. When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

11. International Data Transfers

BITNA operates primarily in the United States and Canada. If you are accessing our services from outside North America, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or Canada, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

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