Privacy Policy of The Astronomical Society of Malta

Updated: 9th April 2023

The Astronomical Society of Malta (“We” or “Us” or “Our”) respects the privacy of our website users (“User” or “You”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and disclose information about You through our website www.maltastro.org (the “Website”).

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully before using the Website. By accessing or using the Website, You agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If You do not agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Website.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information about You when You use the Website or when you register as a member with Us. Personal information may include Your name, surname, email address, phone number, and other contact information that You voluntarily provide to us. Non-personal information may include Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical information about Your device.

We may also use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information about Your use of the Website. Cookies are small data files that are placed on Your device when You visit a website. They allow us to recognize Your device and remember certain information about Your preferences.

How We Use Your Information

We may use Your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve the Website
  • To communicate with You about events
  • To respond to Your inquiries and requests
  • To personalize Your experience on the Website
  • To analyze and understand how the Website is used
  • To comply with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

We may share Your information with third-party service providers who assist us in providing the Website. These service providers may include web hosting providers, email service providers, and analytics providers. We will only share Your information with these service providers to the extent necessary for them to perform their services for us.

We may also disclose Your information if required by law or if we believe that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the rights of others.

Your Choices

You may choose not to provide us with certain information, but this may limit Your ability to use certain features of the Website.

You may also opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those communications.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about Your use of the Website. You can control the use of cookies at the individual browser level. If You reject cookies, You may still use the Website, but Your ability to use some features or areas of the Website may be limited.

Security

We take reasonable measures to protect Your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Links to Other Sites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage You to read the privacy policies of these websites before providing any information to them.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If You are under the age of 13, please do not use the Website or provide any personal information to us.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, we advise you to review this page periodically for any changes. These changes are effective immediately, after they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@maltastro.org.