The Cameroon Association of Business and Economy Promoters (CABEP) is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website [www.cabep.org] or use our services or visit our office.
We understand the importance of confidentiality and work diligently to ensure your information is handled responsibly and transparently in accordance with applicable laws and best practices.
This policy applies to all information collected through our website, mobile applications, events, office, and other interactions you may have with us. By accessing our site, visiting our office, or using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy document.

Information We Collect
We collect different types of information for various purposes to enhance our services and provide a better experience. This includes:
• Personal data you provide directly (e.g., name, email, phone number, professional details) when registering for membership, applying for certifications, subscribing to newsletters, or contacting us.
• Automatically collected information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and time spent on our site.
This data is collected through cookies and tracking technologies for analytics and site management purposes.

Use of Information
We use collected data to:
• Deliver, manage, and improve our services
• Communicate with you about your membership, certifications, and upcoming events
• Provide technical support
• Personalize your experience
• Send newsletters and updates about research, articles, and events (with your consent)
• Conduct internal data analysis, research, and product/service development
We do not sell your personal data. We share it only with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, data handlers) or when legally required.

Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures, including encryption, firewalls, and physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your information. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We use commercially acceptable means to ensure protection but cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention
We retain your data as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.