We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled safely and responsibly. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you engage with our website or services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from users:

• Personal Information: This includes data such as your name, email address, and other details you provide when creating an account or participating in discussions.
• Usage Data: This includes information about how you interact with the website, such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

• To manage your account and provide access to the website's features and services.
• To enhance the functionality of the website and improve the user experience.
• To ensure the security of the website by detecting and preventing fraudulent activities.
• To send important updates regarding changes to the platform or relevant policies.
• To respond to support inquiries or other communications you send us.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may work with third-party companies to operate the website or provide specific services (such as hosting or analytics). These providers are required to handle your data securely and only use it for the services they provide.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to a legal request, such as a court order.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and analyze how users interact with the website.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the website.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights concerning your personal data:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccuracies in your data.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal obligations to retain it.
• Objection: You may object to the processing of your data in certain situations.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the email address provided below.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. Once your data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Third-Party Links

The website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When updates are made, we will revise the date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your personal data, please contact us at contact@climate.forum .

By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.