Privacy Statement

Our commitment to managing personal data responsibly is central to our global operations. Trust in our data management practices is fundamental to our relationships with customers, site visitors, business partners, and employees.

Scale of Data Management

This policy explains how we collect, manage, and secure personal information. While it has universal applicability, it may be supplemented by country-specific regulations.

Collection of Data Insights

We may collect your personal information directly from you, such as during registrations or interactions with our platforms, or indirectly from third-party sources in compliance with applicable laws. The following types of information may be collected:

Contact details (name, email address, phone number, etc.)
Professional and academic information
Account credentials
Payment information
Submitted content (comments, etc.)
Communication preferences
Geolocation information
Identification verification information
Interactions and usage patterns on our website

Our services are not intended for those under 18 years old. We will take corrective action if we accidentally acquire data from this age group. When children’s data is collected, it is done so only by authorized adults and managed in accordance with legal requirements.

Use of Personal Information

Personal information is crucial to numerous aspects of our business operations, including:

Product & Service Management: We use your information to execute requests, meet service obligations, manage transactions, and ensure effective communication.
Quality Control: Certain conversations may be recorded for quality control purposes.
Event Participation: Data is used for logistics, payment processing, and promotional activities. Advanced capabilities, such as credential scanning, provide customized experiences.
Publication Services: When you write for us, your information is essential for promoting and distributing your work.
Marketing: We may send marketing communications with the option to control receipt. Additionally, our products and events may be associated with third parties, and your information may be shared with these parties under certain circumstances.
Client Marketing Services: We create user-specific advertising campaigns by aggregating data from various sources.

Data may be used for targeted advertising on platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook. Our participation on these platforms also results in data collection, and users are encouraged to review each platform’s policies for clarity.

Managing Information on Customers and Prospects

Combining your data with information from third parties or publicly available data enables us to understand customer preferences better, improving our products and services. We use automated profiling for marketing and campaign management. Furthermore, this information helps ensure the relevance of advertising on platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.

Mobile and Web Analytics

We capture session data and other metrics to analyze your online activities even if you are not logged in. With your permission, mobile applications may use location data to enhance your event experience. Our marketing communications utilize a unique pixel to track email interactions, which helps determine user preferences. Using our online services may involve pixel tracking as well. If this makes you uneasy, please refrain from clicking links in our emails.

Online Foram

Our websites may feature online communities where users can share personal information. Understand the privacy settings and determine what information to share. Public message forums are accessible to anyone, which may result in unsolicited messages. However, our user chat rooms remain private.

Concerning Inquiries

Information collected on our “Contact Us” page is used solely to respond to your inquiries.

News Updates

When you sign up for news alerts, this service will only use your information for that purpose. We monitor email interactions to enhance our service. We may occasionally contact you regarding the service, but you can always opt out.

Automated Profiling and Decision-Making

We use algorithms to tailor web content to user preferences, ensuring relevance and improved service. However, these decisions are never accompanied by significant legal consequences. We seek to eliminate bias and inaccuracy from such processes.

Legal Obligations and Fraud Prevention Measures

Industry standards require us to use personal information for fraud prevention. Suspected instances of fraud will be reported. We also conduct compliance checks against sanction lists.

Protecting Private Information

We place a premium on data security and employ physical and technical safeguards. Our team is trained in data protection, but we cannot guarantee data transmission security despite our best efforts. However, we employ encrypted communication protocols such as HTTPS.

International Information Transfer

Our global operations mean your data may be accessed globally, even in regions with varying data protection regulations. We will always safeguard your data in accordance with this policy.

Cookies

Cookies are minuscule text files stored on user devices. Please consult our Cookie Policy for more information.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our site may contain links to external websites. Their privacy policies are distinct from ours, and we cannot be held responsible for their content.

Sharing of Information

Your information may be shared with the following parties:

Various Integrate Africa Advisory Services departments are responsible for services, internal analysis, and potential product offers.
Service providers, including IT companies, event planners, and messaging services.
Other organizations for marketing purposes or during events. For example, scans of event badges can result in data sharing.
In cases of business sales or reorganization, data may be transferred.
Legal entities, if required by law.

Storage of Your Data

We only retain personal information for as long as necessary and in accordance with applicable laws. This duration depends on its function. Once your data is no longer required, it will be deleted or destroyed securely. Even if you opt out of receiving our marketing messages, we will retain minimal information about you to respect your preferences. Additionally, legal obligations or privileges may necessitate more extended retention periods.

Your Data Privacy Rights

Your data privacy rights vary depending on your location. You have the right to access, delete, rectify, and restrict your data. No matter your location, the privileges listed here apply to you. To exercise these rights, please use our online form to contact our Privacy team.

Manage Your Information and Settings

Your control over your data is vitally important to us. We endeavour to keep our data accurate and current. We always provide opt-out options for marketing. Every marketing communication will contain an unsubscribe link. Email us if you wish to modify your data or marketing preferences.

Please Contact Us

Concerns regarding this policy? Contact our Data Protection Officer or our Privacy team via the contact information listed on our website.

If unsatisfied, you may contact your country’s relevant privacy enforcement agency. There may be information about each country’s authority on their website.

Privacy Policy Amendments

This policy is subject to periodic revisions. We intend to remain current on legislative adjustments, best practices, and processing modifications. We may notify you via email or discreetly update the information on this website. Periodic inspections are advised.

The most recent revision was made on August 19, 2023.