Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit iboga.org. We've written this policy in clear language because we believe in transparency and want you to feel confident about how we handle your data.

Information We Collect:

Information You Provide

We may collect:

• Basic account information (if you create an account)
• Your name, email address, and phone number (if you contact us and provide those details)
• Comments and contributions to our community forums
• Messages sent through our contact forms
• Newsletter subscriptions
• Directory listings (for practitioners)
• Scholarship applications

Information Automatically Collected

Our website automatically collects:

• IP addresses (anonymized)
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring websites
• Geographic region (country level only)

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Maintain and improve our platform
• Facilitate community discussions
• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries
• Manage our Directory listings
• Process scholarship applications
• Analyze website performance
• Ensure platform security

Data Protection and Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular security audits
• Secure data storage
• Limited staff access to personal information
• Regular security updates
• Anonymous data collection where possible

Information Sharing

We never sell your personal information. We may share information:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• With service providers who help operate our website
• In anonymized, aggregated form for analytics

Community Forums and Public Content

Please note:

• Public forum posts are visible to all visitors
• Directory listings are public information
• Exercise discretion when sharing personal experiences
• We moderate content to protect privacy
• You can request removal of your public content

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of communications
• Download your data
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge privacy complaints

International Data Transfers

If we transfer data internationally, we ensure:

• Compliance with applicable laws
• Appropriate data protection measures
• Transparency about data locations
• Protection of your privacy rights

Cookie Policy

We use essential cookies to:

• Maintain basic website functionality
• Remember your privacy preferences
• Ensure platform security

Optional cookies (with your consent) for:

• Analytics
• Performance improvement
• User experience enhancement

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us for immediate removal.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect:

• New features or services
• Legal requirements
• Privacy best practices
• Community needs

We'll notify you of significant changes through:

• Website and newsletter announcements
• Email notifications (if subscribed)
• Platform updates

Directory Privacy

For practitioners listed in our Directory:

• Basic professional information is public
• Contact details are protected
• Verification status is displayed
• Updates can be requested
• Listings can be removed upon request

Research and Education

When handling information related to research and educational content:

• Personal experiences are anonymized
• Sources are protected
• Traditional knowledge is respectfully handled
• Academic citations are properly attributed

Contact Us

For privacy-related matters:

• Email: we@iboga.org
• Form: iboga.org/contact
• Mail: [Physical Address - TBC]

We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours.

Additional Rights

Depending on your location, you may have additional privacy rights under local laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.) which iboga.org will honour.

Thank you for trusting iboga.org with your information. We're committed to maintaining this trust through transparent and respectful privacy practices.