Privacy | buildingSMART

Effective Date: 1st January 2025

Welcome to the official website of buildingSMART Saudi Arabia ("we," "our," "us"). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [https://www.buildingsmartksa.org/] (the "Website").

By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please refrain from using our Website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

Personal information you voluntarily provide to us, such as when you:

Register for events or newsletters
Fill out forms
Contact us via email or other communication channels

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, organization, and job title.

1.2 Non-Personal Information

Automatically collected information when you access the Website, including:

IP address
Browser type and version
Operating system
Pages viewed and time spent on the Website
Referring website
Other diagnostic data

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. For more details, refer to our Cookie Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide and manage our services
To respond to inquiries and provide support
To process event registrations and payments
To improve the functionality and content of the Website
To send newsletters, updates, or marketing communications (if you opt-in)
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information with:

Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating the Website, conducting business, or providing services.
Affiliated Organizations: buildingSMART International and other chapters for collaborative purposes.
Legal Compliance: Authorities or other parties when required by law or to protect our rights, users, or the public.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Withdraw consent for processing
Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

6. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

8. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

buildingSMART Saudi Arabia
Email: info@buildingsmartksa.org