Privacy Policy

The Early Childhood Teachers Association (ECTA) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, become a member, or participate in our programs and services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

Provided voluntarily through forms, membership registration, or event sign-ups:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Professional details (occupation, qualifications, workplace)

  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)

b. Non-Personal Information

Automatically collected when you visit the website:

  • Browser type

  • IP address

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and usage patterns

  • Cookies and tracking data

2. How We Use Your Information

ECTA uses your information for purposes such as:

  • Managing memberships and accounts

  • Processing registrations for workshops, conferences, and training

  • Communicating updates, newsletters, and important announcements

  • Improving website functionality and user experience

  • Providing tailored educational resources

  • Maintaining internal records and analytics

  • Ensuring compliance with legal requirements

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance website performance

  • Personalize user experience

  • Analyze traffic and engagement

Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings, though this may impact website functionality.

4. Sharing of Information

ECTA may share information only under these conditions:

  • With trusted service providers who assist with payments, communications, or website operations

  • When required by law, regulation, subpoena, or government request

  • To protect our rights, safety, or property

Third-party partners are required to maintain confidentiality and use information only for authorized purposes.

5. Data Security

We employ industry-standard safeguards to protect your information from:

  • Unauthorized access

  • Disclosure

  • Alteration

  • Destruction

While we strive for strong protection, no method of digital transmission is fully secure. Users share information at their own risk.

6. Children’s Privacy

ECTA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will remove it promptly.

(If your association interacts directly with young children online, I can adjust this section for COPPA compliance.)

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your region, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request corrections or deletions

  • Opt out of email communications

  • Restrict or withdraw your consent for data processing

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

8. Retention of Data

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites.
ECTA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites.
Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external websites they visit.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website signifies acceptance of these changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, contact ECTA at:

Email: ectas2023@gmail.com
Phone: +971 55 6968597
Address: Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Street and Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road, Al Mankhool, Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates