This Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy”) is a binding agreement between you and the Maryland Society of Accounting and Tax Professionals, including its affiliates like APEC — Plus, MSATP-PAC, and the MSA Scholarship Foundation (collectively referred to as “MSATP”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). This policy explains how MSATP manages information, including personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”), collected from you when accessing and using MSATP’s websites, software and mobile applications, and social media pages (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter), collectively termed as the “Site.” By accessing and/or using the Site, you consent to the use and disclosure of your information, including Personal Information, as described below.
Types of Personal Information Collected by MSATP
We collect various types of information, which may include but is not limited to your name, company name, job title, professional certifications, email and physical address, and telephone number. This information is gathered when you interact with our Site, subscribe to newsletters or email alerts, enroll in courses or programs, or purchase our products and services. We also use Automatic Data Collection Tools such as cookies, pixel tags, and Web beacons to collect information about your interaction with the Site.
Use of Personal Information
MSATP utilizes your information to facilitate your use of the Site, provide services, and offer assistance. We also use the information for operational, analytical, and marketing purposes, such as improving and maintaining our services, communicating about products and services, and sharing certain information with our corporate sponsors.
Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell your information. We may share it with third parties who perform functions on our behalf, such as site hosting and technical support. These companies are contractually obligated to use the data solely for the specified purposes. Your email address may be provided to our Corporate Sponsors during their sponsorship period, with an option for you to opt-out.
Data Retention and Opt-Out
Your data is retained as long as you continue to use the Site and/or Services. You can update, correct, or modify your information anytime or opt-out of certain uses by contacting us at info@msatp.org.
Information Security
We implement various security measures to protect your information. However, absolute security cannot be guaranteed. In case of a security breach, we will attempt to notify you.
Third-Party Privacy Policies
Our Privacy Policy applies only to our Site. Once you leave our Site, the privacy policies of other sites will apply.
International Users and California Residents
Our operations are within the United States. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in the U.S. California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information, as detailed in this policy.
Applicability to Minors
Our Site is not intended for minors under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from such minors.
Changes to the Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this policy and will notify you of such changes.
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Maryland, with jurisdiction in the courts of Howard County, Maryland.
Contact Us
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Maryland Society of Accounting and Tax Professionals
10451 Mill Run Circle, Suite 625
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Phone: (410) 876-5998
Email: info@msatp.org