Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 12 September, 2025

AFROSPHERE® ("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 www.afrosphere.cc, use our services, or interact with us in any way.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other identifiers.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, clicks, and other analytics.
Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, operate, and maintain our services
Improve, personalize, and expand our offerings
Communicate with you, including sending updates and promotional materials
Monitor and analyze usage and trends
Comply with legal obligations

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:

Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate our business (e.g., hosting, analytics, marketing).
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of [Your Country], your information may be transferred to and processed in [Your Country] where data protection laws may differ.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Object to or restrict certain processing
Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].

Compliance with Canadian Privacy Laws (PIPEDA)

We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable Canadian privacy laws. This includes:

Obtaining your consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information, except where otherwise permitted by law
Limiting collection of personal information to what is necessary for identified purposes
Using personal information only for the purposes for which it was collected
Ensuring personal information is accurate, complete, and up-to-date
Implementing safeguards to protect personal information
Providing access to your personal information upon request and allowing corrections
Retaining personal information only as long as necessary for fulfillment of purposes

If you have questions about our compliance with PIPEDA, please contact us at [insert contact email].

Quebec Law 25 Compliance for Nonprofits

If your organization operates in Quebec, we also comply with Law 25 (formerly Bill 64), which strengthens privacy protections for individuals. Key requirements include:

Designating a privacy officer responsible for overseeing personal data practices
Conducting privacy impact assessments for projects involving personal information
Obtaining clear and informed consent for data collection and use
Providing transparency about automated decision-making processes
Ensuring data is stored securely and only accessed by authorized personnel
Notifying individuals and the Commission d'accès à l'information in the event of a privacy breach
Offering individuals the right to access, correct, and withdraw their personal information

These measures help ensure that your nonprofit respects the privacy rights of Quebec residents and maintains compliance with provincial regulations.

Conformité à la Loi 25 du Québec pour les organismes à but non lucratif

Si votre organisme est situé au Québec, nous respectons également la Loi 25 (anciennement le projet de loi 64), qui renforce la protection de la vie privée des individus. Les principales exigences comprennent :

Désignation d'un responsable de la protection des renseignements personnels
Réalisation d'évaluations des facteurs relatifs à la vie privée pour les projets impliquant des renseignements personnels
Obtention d'un consentement clair et éclairé pour la collecte et l'utilisation des données
Transparence concernant les processus de prise de décision automatisée
Stockage sécurisé des données et accès limité au personnel autorisé
Notification des personnes concernées et de la Commission d'accès à l'information en cas d'atteinte à la vie privée
Droit d'accès, de rectification et de retrait des renseignements personnels pour les individus

Ces mesures visent à garantir que votre organisme respecte les droits à la vie privée des résidents du Québec et demeure conforme aux règlements provinciaux.

Membership-Based Nonprofit Considerations

As a membership-based nonprofit, we may collect and use personal information to:

Register members and manage membership records
Communicate with members about events, updates, and organizational activities
Facilitate participation in programs, committees, and volunteer opportunities
Process donations and issue tax receipts
Use third-party tools for email campaigns, event registration, and community engagement

We do not sell member data and only share it with trusted service providers necessary to fulfill our mission. Members may opt out of communications or request data deletion by contacting us.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

contact@afrosphere.cc