Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 1, 2024
Introduction
Empire Business Collective. ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding data collection, use, and protection for our website, our public and private Facebook groups, Slack channels, and any other platform we use to facilitate the Empire Business Collective Membership. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Data Collection and Use
We only collect personal information when necessary to provide you with requested services, including membership access, community engagement, and content delivery. Information we may collect includes, but is not limited to:
Name, email address, and other contact information for membership and communication purposes.
Any additional information you voluntarily share within our platforms to enhance your membership experience.
Data is collected by fair and lawful means, with your knowledge and consent. We will also inform you why we collect this data and how it will be used.
2. Data Retention and Security
We retain collected information only for as long as necessary to provide services to you. Data is stored securely, and we implement commercially acceptable practices to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, alteration, and destruction.
3. Confidentiality and Community Conduct
All members are expected to respect the confidentiality and privacy of information shared within the Empire Business Collective community across all our platforms. This includes the:
Public Empire Business Collective Facebook Page
Private Empire Business Collective Facebook Group
Slack channels
We require members to refrain from sharing any confidential or proprietary information outside of these designated spaces. Unauthorized disclosure of other members’ personal or business information without consent is strictly prohibited.
4. Anti-Bullying and Collaboration Commitment
We are committed to fostering a positive, respectful, and collaborative environment within all our platforms. We do not tolerate any form of bullying, harassment, discrimination, or any behavior that disrupts the community atmosphere. By joining the Empire Business Collective Membership, members agree to:
Engage respectfully with all members, regardless of differences in opinions or perspectives.
Support collaboration and encourage constructive feedback.
Avoid any conduct that could be considered abusive, hostile, or exclusionary.
Violations of these principles may result in the immediate suspension or termination of membership privileges, at our discretion.
5. Data Sharing
We do not share your personal information publicly or with third parties unless required by law. We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information without your consent.
6. Third-Party Links
Our platforms may include links to external websites that are not operated by us. Please note that we have no control over the content and privacy practices of these sites. We are not responsible for the protection and privacy of any information you provide while visiting such sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.
7. Your Choices and Rights
You are free to decline our requests for personal information; however, this may limit your access to certain services or community features. You may also contact us to update, correct, or request deletion of your personal data as required by applicable law.
8. Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify members of significant changes and update the policy’s effective date.
9. Contact Us
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at [email protected].
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to maintaining a secure, respectful, and collaborative environment at the Empire Business Collective.