1. Introduction

Welcome to Punjabi Dental Society. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website pdsociety.com and use our services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Account credentials (username, password)
• Profile information and preferences
• Communication records and correspondence
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and device identifiers
• Browser type and version
• Operating system information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website addresses
• Click-through and other usage data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Processing transactions and managing accounts
• Communicating with you about our services
• Personalizing your experience
• Improving our website and services
• Analyzing usage patterns and trends
• Preventing fraud and ensuring security
• Complying with legal obligations
• Sending promotional materials (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or government request
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Secure server infrastructure
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve website functionality

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect certain website functionalities.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.