Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [01-04-2013]

South Gujarat Event Management Association ("SGEMA", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your information when you access our website [https://www.sgema.in] ("Site") or use any of our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

When you register as a member, contact us, or use our services, we may collect:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Organization Name
• Professional Details
• Address
• Government-issued ID (if applicable for membership)

b. Technical Information

When you browse our website:

• IP Address
• Browser Type and Version
• Device Information
• Operating System
• Pages Visited and Time Spent
• Referring Website URLs

c. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, understand usage, and manage sessions. You can control or disable cookies via your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To process membership applications and renewals
• To communicate with you about events, updates, and announcements
• To provide event registration and participation services
• To improve our website and user experience
• To respond to inquiries or support requests
• To maintain records for legal and administrative purposes
• To send newsletters or marketing communications (you can opt out)

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share it in the following cases:

• With trusted service providers who assist us in operations (e.g., event management, email delivery)
• With partners or sponsors (only with your consent)
• When required by law or in response to legal processes
• To protect rights, property, or safety of SGEMA, its members, or the public

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your data, subject to legal or contractual obligations
• Withdraw consent for non-essential communications
• Object to data processing in some situations

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [[email protected]]

6. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. Changes to This Policy

SGEMA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated "Effective Date." Continued use of our services after updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

South Gujarat Event Management Association (SGEMA)

 Email: [email protected]

 Phone: +91-9898457957

Website: https://www.sgema.in

Address: U-29, Ascon City,Opp.Maheshwari Bhavan, Citylight,Surat - 395007