Privacy policy.

Effective Date: December 1, 2024

Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how Empower Conference ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, or other details you provide when contacting us or subscribing to our services.

  • Usage Information: Information about how you interact with our website, such as IP address, browser type, and browsing activity.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services.

  • To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you.

  • To analyze website usage and improve user experience.

  • To comply with legal obligations or enforce our terms of service.

Data Sharing and Processing

Your information may be shared with the following entities:

  • Harvard Medical School: To process data in alignment with our operations and education objectives.

  • Squarespace: Our website vendor, who may process your data in accordance with their privacy policy and that of their partners.

  • Service Providers: Third parties that assist in website functionality, analytics, or other operational needs.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Your Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

  • Access and Correction:You may request access to or correction of your personal data.

  • Opt-Out: You may opt out of cookies and certain tracking technologies via your browser settings.

  • Delete Information: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable legal obligations.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their policies before sharing your information.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.

Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

empower_conference@hms.harvard.edu