SoExcel Privacy Policy

 Effective Date: April 15, 2025

Welcome to SoExcel. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you sign up for our programs or visit our website www.soexcel.org. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not provide your personal information or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when signing up for our programs, events, and services, including:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, date of birth, gender, and other details you provide when signing up, submitting inquiries, or participating in our programs.
• Program Participation Information: Information related to your involvement in our programs, such as event registrations, feedback, and progress reports.
• Educational or Professional Background: If required for program eligibility, we may collect details about your education, work experience, or skills.
• Payment Information (if applicable): If you make donations or payments for certain events, we may collect payment details through secure third-party payment processors (if applicable).
• Technical Data: When you visit our website (www.soexcel.org), we may collect data such as IP addresses, browser type, and usage statistics via cookies and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To register you for SoExcel programs, events, and initiatives.
• To communicate with you about program updates, opportunities, and important notices.
• To improve our programs and services based on participant feedback.
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• To improve user experience and enhance our services.
• To conduct research and impact assessments related to our mission.
• To send marketing or promotional materials (only if you opt-in to receive them).

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your personal information, including:

• Implementing encryption and secure storage for sensitive data.
• Restricting access to personal data to authorized personnel only.
• Regularly reviewing our security practices to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of data.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or storage system is 100% secure.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following situations:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors assisting in program management, website operations, analytics, or payment processing.
• Legal Compliance: When required by law, regulation, or to protect our rights and safety.
• Organizational Changes: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, your information may be shared as part of that process.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on applicable laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access & Correction: You can request access to your data and correct any inaccuracies.
• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal data unless required for legal or operational purposes.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional communications at any time.
• Cookies & Tracking: You can adjust browser settings to manage cookie preferences.

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

7. Children’s Privacy

SoExcel’s programs are primarily for individuals over the age of 18. If we collect data from minors, we require parental or guardian consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child without proper consent, please contact us for immediate removal.

8. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at info@soexcel.org or info.soexcel@gmail.com 

By signing up for SoExcel programs or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.