Effective Date: March 19, 2025
Last Updated: March 19, 2025

At the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when visiting our website.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use our site.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you in a variety of ways, including when you visit our site, register for membership, or fill out forms. The types of information we may collect include:

• Personal Identifiable Information (PII): This includes but is not limited to your name, email address, business name, phone number, and address.

• Non-Personal Identifiable Information (Non-PII): This may include browser type, IP address, device information, and demographic data.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect may be used for the following purposes:

• Membership Registration: To process your membership application and provide you with member benefits, such as access to resources and events.

• Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials related to your membership and our services.

• Customer Service: To respond to your inquiries, feedback, and requests for support.

• Website Improvement: To personalize your experience and improve the functionality of our website.

• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations and protect our legal rights.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather data about how visitors interact with our website. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us understand user preferences and optimize website performance. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.

4. Third-Party Services

We may share your information with third-party service providers to perform functions on our behalf, such as payment processing, email marketing, and website analytics. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for the specific tasks they are assigned.

We may also use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to monitor and analyze website usage and improve our services. These services may use cookies to gather data about your interaction with our site.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. This includes the use of secure servers, encryption, and other technical safeguards. However, please note that no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you wish to update, delete, or request the removal of your personal information, please contact us at [insert contact information].

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and Update Your Information: You can review and update your personal information by logging into your account or contacting us directly.

• Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can opt-out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in any email we send you or by contacting us directly.

• Request Deletion of Your Information: You may request the deletion of your personal information. Please note that we may retain some information for legal or operational reasons.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC)
Email: info@nationabcc.org
Phone: 202-321-1856
Address: 601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, suite 900 South Building Washington , DC 20004

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By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.