Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Future Tech Finance Alliance (FTFA-SAO) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website at ftfa-sao.org. As an informational blog, we do not collect personal data through registrations or databases. Our goal is to provide transparent, clear information about the standard technologies used to enhance your browsing experience.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website, certain information is automatically collected through standard web technologies. This includes:
- IP address and browser type
- Operating system and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referral URLs and clickstream data
- Standard server logs
This data is collected anonymously and is not linked to any personally identifiable information.
How We Use Information
The information collected is used solely for the following purposes:
- To analyze website traffic and improve user experience
- To understand which content is most valuable to our readers
- To ensure the website functions properly and securely
- To comply with legal obligations and detect potential security threats
We do not use this data to identify individuals, sell personal information, or create user profiles.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage.
Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for website functionality
- Analytics cookies: Used by third-party services to measure traffic
- Performance cookies: Help optimize site speed and responsiveness
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some features of the site.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to support our website operations:
- Google Analytics: To track anonymous usage patterns and improve content delivery
- Advertising networks: Such as Google AdSense, which may place cookies to serve relevant ads based on browsing behavior
- Content delivery networks: To ensure fast and secure access to our pages
These third parties have their own privacy policies and are responsible for their own data practices. We do not control or endorse their policies.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected. This includes using secure servers, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we strive to use industry-standard practices to safeguard your data.
Your Rights
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Request deletion of their personal information
- Opt out of the sale of their personal information
- Not be discriminated against for exercising these rights
Since we do not sell personal data, the opt-out right does not apply. However, you may contact us to request access to or deletion of any data we may have collected. We do not maintain databases of personal information, so most requests will result in confirmation that no data is stored.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most recent version will always be posted on this page with the updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the website after changes constitute acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact:
Ruth Bastedo
3000 184th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98037
Email: [email protected]