Effective Date: February 11, 2025
The Texas International Produce Association (“TIPA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”). By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, company affiliation, and other contact details provided voluntarily (e.g., through forms, event registrations, or newsletter sign-ups).
- Non-Personal Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and website usage data collected through cookies or similar tracking technologies.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Improve and personalize your experience on the Site;
- Communicate with you regarding events, news, and updates related to TIPA;
- Process registrations for events, memberships, or services;
- Monitor and analyze website usage to enhance performance;
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our Site, conducting business, or providing services on our behalf.
- Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our policies, or protect our rights.
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access & Correction: You may request access to your data or request corrections to inaccuracies.
- Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time by following the instructions in our emails.
- Cookie Preferences: You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or receive alerts when cookies are being used.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Texas International Produce Association
901 Business Park Drive, Suite 500, Mission, TX 78572
info@texipa.org
956-581-8632
By using our Site, you acknowledge and agree to this Privacy Policy.