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The American Spinal Decompression Society (“ASDS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit spinaldecompressionsociety.org (the “Website”).
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways, including:
Personal Information
Personal information is information that can be used to identify you, such as:
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Name
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Email address
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Mailing address
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Phone number
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Professional or organizational affiliation
This information is collected only when you voluntarily submit it through forms on our Website, such as membership applications, event registrations, contact forms, or newsletter sign-ups.
Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect certain non-identifying information when you visit the Website, including:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Operating system
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Pages visited and time spent on the Website
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Referring URLs
This information is used for website administration, analytics, and to improve user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for purposes including:
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Responding to inquiries or requests
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Processing registrations or memberships
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Communicating about events, updates, or organizational news
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Improving Website functionality and content
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Maintaining internal records
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Complying with legal or regulatory obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze Website traffic. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how visitors use our Website.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may limit certain features of the Website.
Disclosure of Information
We may share your information:
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With trusted service providers who assist in operating the Website or conducting our activities, provided they agree to keep information confidential
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When required by law, regulation, or legal process
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To protect the rights, safety, or property of ASDS or others
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If such information is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.
Your Choices
You may opt out of receiving email communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
American Spinal Decompression Society
Email: [email protected]
Website: spinaldecompressionsociety.org
Phone number: 813-210-1000