Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we protect and manage your personal information.

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

Introduction and Scope

Welcome to Usasociall (usasociall.wiki). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information about you when you use our career development platform focused on social work ethics and responsibilities. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

This policy applies to all users of our platform, including visitors, registered users, and participants in our events and educational programs. We are committed to transparency about our data practices and your rights regarding your personal information.

Important: We believe in privacy by design and collect only the information necessary to provide you with excellent service and educational resources in the field of social work ethics.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you register for our services, attend events, or contact us, you may provide:

Name, email address, and contact information
Professional credentials and work experience in social work
Educational background and certifications
Career goals and professional interests
Event registration details and preferences
Communication preferences and feedback

Information Collected Automatically

When you use our platform, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

Device information including IP address, browser type, and operating system
Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on site, and click patterns
Referral sources and search terms used to find our site
Technical data for security and performance optimization

Data Type	Purpose	Retention Period
Contact Information	Service delivery and communication	Duration of relationship + 3 years
Professional Data	Personalized career guidance	Duration of relationship + 2 years
Usage Analytics	Platform improvement	13 months
Event Participation	Event management and follow-up	5 years for professional development records

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for several important purposes that directly benefit your professional development in social work:

Service Delivery and Enhancement

Providing personalized career development resources and recommendations
Organizing and managing educational events and workshops
Delivering relevant content about social work ethics and best practices
Improving our platform based on user feedback and usage patterns

Communication and Support

Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
Sending important updates about our services and platform changes
Notifying you about relevant events, workshops, and educational opportunities
Sharing industry insights and professional development resources

We never sell your personal information to third parties. Any sharing of data is done only with your explicit consent or as required by law, and always in accordance with professional ethics standards.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We are committed to protecting your privacy and limit information sharing to specific, necessary circumstances:

Service Providers and Partners

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform:

Cloud hosting providers for secure data storage and platform operations
Email service providers for communication and newsletter delivery
Event management platforms for workshop and seminar coordination
Analytics providers to help us understand platform usage and improve services

All service providers are contractually bound to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Legal Requirements and Safety

We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect the safety and rights of our users:

In response to valid legal requests from law enforcement or regulatory authorities
To protect against fraud, abuse, or threats to platform security
To enforce our terms of service and protect intellectual property rights
In connection with professional ethics investigations when legally required

Your Privacy Rights and Choices

You have important rights regarding your personal information. We respect these rights and provide easy ways for you to exercise them:

Access and Correction

Request a copy of all personal information we have about you
Update or correct inaccurate information in your profile
Review how your information has been used and shared
Download your data in a portable format

Control and Deletion

Delete your account and associated personal information
Opt out of marketing communications while maintaining service communications
Restrict processing of your information for specific purposes
Object to automated decision-making based on your data

How to Exercise Your Rights: Contact us at info@usasociall.wiki with your specific request. We will respond within 30 days and may require identity verification to protect your information.

Data Security and Protection

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:

Technical Safeguards

SSL encryption for all data transmission between your device and our servers
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Secure cloud infrastructure with redundant backups
Multi-factor authentication for administrative access
Regular software updates and security patches

Organizational Measures

Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Regular privacy and security training for all team members
Incident response procedures for potential data breaches
Regular review and updating of privacy practices

While we implement strong security measures, no system is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and report any suspicious activity to us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Our platform operates primarily within the United States, but we may transfer your information internationally in certain circumstances:

Cloud services may store data in multiple geographic locations for performance and security
Service providers may operate from different countries while maintaining equivalent privacy protections
International event collaborations may require sharing participant information with vetted partners
All international transfers comply with applicable privacy laws and include appropriate safeguards

When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure that adequate protections are in place through standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions, or other approved mechanisms.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:

We will post the updated policy on this page with a new effective date
We will notify you by email if the changes significantly affect how we handle your information
We will provide at least 30 days notice before any material changes take effect
We will maintain previous versions of the policy for your reference

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our services after changes become effective indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: info@usasociall.wiki

Phone: +1 (864) 214-5504

Mail: 3300 E Alta Ski Hill Rd, Alta, WY 83414, United States

We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and thoroughly. Most inquiries receive a response within 2-3 business days.