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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 28, 2024

Welcome to CKC Cares! Protecting your privacy is a priority for us. This Privacy Policy outlines how CKC Cares ("the Company", "We", "Us", or "Our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information in compliance with Bermuda’s Personal Information Protection Act 2016 (PIPA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other applicable global data protection laws.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information in accordance with this policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Definitions

  • Personal Data: Any information about an identifiable individual (e.g., name, email, IP address).
  • Controller: CKC Cares, as the entity responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data.
  • Processor: Any third party that processes personal data on behalf of CKC Cares.
  • Cookies: Small text files stored on your device that enable website functionality and track activity.
  • AI Systems: Automated technologies, including machine learning algorithms, used to analyze, process, or derive insights from data.

Our Commitment to Privacy

CKC Cares operates as a values-driven organization advocating for ethical and responsible technology development. We are committed to transparency, fairness, and accountability in how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

We are particularly mindful of the ethical considerations associated with emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making tools. We ensure these systems are designed and deployed responsibly, with human oversight and ongoing monitoring.

What Personal Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Inquiry details
  • Payment information

Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, session duration, pages visited.
  • Device Information: Type of device, operating system, browser version.

Sensitive Data

In some cases, such as for accessibility purposes, we may collect sensitive information. This data will only be collected with your explicit consent.

How We Use Your Personal Information

  1. Service Delivery: To provide, improve, and maintain our website and services.
  2. User Communication: To respond to inquiries, share updates, and provide newsletters (with consent).
  3. Compliance and Security: To comply with legal obligations and enhance security.
  4. Ethical AI Deployment: To analyze trends, personalize content, and enhance user experiences while maintaining transparency and fairness.
  5. Marketing (GDPR-compliant): To share offers and resources aligned with your interests, where consent has been explicitly provided.
  6. Analytics and Improvement: To evaluate website performance and user behavior (anonymized).

Automated Decision-Making and AI Systems

  • Transparency: Clearly communicate how AI systems process your data.
  • Fairness: Regularly assess systems to ensure they are free from bias.
  • Human Oversight: Ensure decisions influenced by AI are reviewed by qualified personnel.
  • Accountability: Provide you with the right to challenge automated decisions and request human intervention where appropriate.

Your Rights Under PIPA and GDPR

  • Access: Request access to personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data.
  • Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request deletion of your personal data.
  • Restriction: Limit how your data is processed.
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a commonly used format.
  • Object to Processing: Opt out of direct marketing or automated decision-making.
  • Challenge Decisions: Raise concerns about AI-driven decisions and request human review.

To exercise these rights, contact our Privacy Officer (details below).

Breach Notification

  • Notification Timeline: Within 72 hours for GDPR breaches, or as required under PIPA.
  • User Guidance: Steps you can take to protect your data.
  • Transparency: Clear communication about the scope of the breach and our mitigation efforts.

International Data Transfers

  • Safeguards: Use of Standard Contractual Clauses, encryption, and data protection agreements.
  • Compliance: Adherence to global data protection laws, including GDPR and PIPA.
  • Consent: Explicit consent for transfers to jurisdictions without adequate privacy protections.

Retention and Disposal of Personal Data

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, your data is securely deleted or anonymized in line with industry standards.

Cookies Policy

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Necessary Cookies: Enable core website functionality.
  • Preference Cookies: Store user preferences (e.g., language settings).
  • Analytics Cookies: Provide insights into user behavior for performance improvement.
  • Marketing Cookies: Tailor marketing efforts (used only with explicit consent).

You can manage cookies via our consent banner or your browser settings.

Contacting Us

If you have questions about this policy or how we use your data, contact: