Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 17, 2026

Welcome to ASAL International (“ASAL,” “ASAL International,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit asalusa.com and any related websites, services, communications, or programs operated by or on behalf of ASAL International.

ASAL International is a global organization dedicated to supporting and advancing sustainable agricultural development, education, research, and international collaboration through its affiliated organizations and initiatives.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily submit, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Organization name
• Country or location
• Donation or partnership inquiries
• Message content submitted through forms
• Newsletter subscription information

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Operating system
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visit
• Referral source
• Website usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use information to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Provide information about ASAL USA activities
• Process donations or partnership requests
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Analyze website traffic and engagement
• Send newsletters and updates (when subscribed)
• Protect website security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Visitors)

For visitors located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or similar jurisdictions, we process personal data based on:

• Your consent
• Performance of a requested service
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate organizational interests

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our website and understand visitor interactions.

Cookies may include:

Essential Cookies

Required for:

• Website functionality
• Security
• Session management

These cookies cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

Used to understand:

• Website traffic
• User behavior
• Popular content
• Site performance

Examples may include:

• Google Analytics
• Google Tag Manager

Marketing Cookies

If enabled, these cookies help us:

• Measure campaign effectiveness
• Improve communications
• Deliver relevant content

Marketing cookies are only activated after consent where required by law.

5. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize cookie preferences

You may change your preferences at any time through the Cookie Settings link available on the website.

6. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with:

• Website hosting providers
• Analytics providers
• Email communication platforms
• Payment processors for donations
• Professional advisors
• Government authorities when legally required

All third-party service providers are required to maintain appropriate security measures.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes described in this policy
• Meet legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce agreements

8. International Data Transfers

Because ASAL operates internationally, information may be processed in countries outside your country of residence.

When transferring personal information internationally, we implement reasonable safeguards designed to protect personal data.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent
• Receive a copy of your data

Residents of certain U.S. states, including California, Texas, Colorado, Virginia, and others, may have additional rights under applicable state privacy laws.

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.

10. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that such information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

11. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.

However, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.

12. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Changes become effective when posted on this page. The revised effective date will be updated accordingly.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

ASAL USA
Website: asalusa.com

Email: [email protected]

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