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Privacy Policy

Open Government Platform is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact us through forms or email
  • Create an account (if applicable)
  • Participate in surveys or research

This may include your name, email address, and any other information you choose to share.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address and general location (country/region)
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring website

Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Send newsletters and updates you've requested
  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Improve our website and content
  • Analyze usage patterns
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Service Providers: Companies that help us operate our website (e.g., hosting, email services)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • With Your Consent: In other cases with your explicit permission

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your information
  • Object to certain processing
  • Withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@opengovtplatform.org.

Newsletter

If you subscribe to our newsletter, you can unsubscribe at any time using the link in each email. We maintain subscription records in accordance with applicable anti-spam laws.

Third-Party Links

Our website links to external sites, including government portals and other organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Significant changes will be announced on our website. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:

Email: privacy@opengovtplatform.org

Last updated: January 2024