Introduction
The Creative Defense Foundation (CDF) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our website visitors, event participants, and partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information through our website and associated platforms.
Information We Collect
CDF may collect the following categories of information:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, organization, title, and other contact details when you register for events, subscribe to communications, or engage with us.
- Event Registration Information: Details provided when registering for CDF conferences, retreats, or sponsorship packages, including payment information for industry participants.
- Communications Data: Correspondence records, inquiries, or feedback submitted through our website or email.
- Usage Data: Non-personal information regarding website traffic patterns, analytics, and user engagement through cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Your Information
CDF uses collected information to:
- Facilitate event registration and communication.
- Manage sponsorship engagements.
- Provide updates on CDF events, initiatives, and content.
- Comply with applicable legal obligations.
- Analyze and enhance the performance of our website and services.
Sharing of Information
CDF does not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Trusted service providers who assist in event management, website operations, or email communications.
- Government or regulatory authorities when legally required.
- Partners and sponsors of CDF events, when appropriate and relevant to the purpose of your engagement.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. Despite these efforts, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as fully secure.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
CDF uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, monitor website performance, and improve content relevance. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, this may limit some functionalities of our site.
Your Choices and Rights
You may opt out of receiving CDF communications at any time by following the “unsubscribe” link in our emails. You may also request access to or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at info@creativedefense.org.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites not operated by CDF. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
Changes to This Policy
CDF reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed. Material changes will be communicated through our website.
