BIC Alliance Privacy and Terms of Service
Safeguarding the privacy of our audience is very important to BIC Alliance. This Privacy Statement applies to BIC Alliance and BIC Magazine publications, websites, e-newsletters, webinars and other digital media and tells you how you can verify the accuracy of your personal data and how you can request that we update or delete it.
Please note that some BIC Alliance media may contain advertisements for products and services from third parties, and may contain links to external sites. This privacy statement does not cover the separate activities of such third parties and external sites, which may have their own respective privacy policies, and you should consult those third-party sites for their respective privacy policies.
BIC Alliance uses cookies to collect website usage data only for analytical and statistical purposes and to improve our services. We use targeting cookies to deliver advertising that is relevant to your interests. These cookies can remember that your device has visited our site. This information may be shared with our advertising network to deliver the advertising and help measure the effectiveness of an advertising campaign. We do not provide any personal information that we collect to advertisers.
Most web browsers accept cookies by default, but if you prefer, you can change your browser to prevent that or to notify you each time a cookie is set. You can also learn more about cookies in general by visiting www.allaboutcookies.org which includes additional useful information on cookies and how to block cookies using different types of browsers.
Information submitted by subscribers may be used to meet our business interests in understanding how people use our sites. So that we can better understand our users` needs, we track responses to our emails - for example, to see which links are the most popular in newsletters, and to log and follow up responses to our marketing messages.
If you register for or subscribe to BIC publications, products or services, you may provide certain data to us, such as name, job title, company name, address, telephone number, email address and business-related demographic information. Such data on individuals who have been identified as likely to be interested in and/or benefit from the type of media published by BIC Alliance, its affiliates and its marketing partners, may be aggregated from third party sources and used in compliance with applicable privacy laws until such individuals opt out of receiving certain or all communications from BIC Alliance. Data collected may be used by BIC Alliance and member companies to contact you by email, telephone and/or mail with information or marketing material related to your business. Where required by law, we will only send these marketing materials with your prior consent.
Marketing emails from BIC Alliance and its subsidiaries contain instructions on how to opt-out of or set your preferences for emails from the company or use of your data, typically by clicking on a link entitled “unsubscribe/email preferences.”
Your personal data will not be used for any other purpose without obtaining your prior consent. All BIC employees and contractors, i.e., those who process your data on behalf of BIC Alliance, who have access to, and are associated with the processing of your personal data, are obliged to keep the information confidential and not use it for any other purpose than to carry out the services they are performing for BIC.
If you wish to know whether we are keeping personal data about you, or if you have an inquiry about our privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights (including, subject to applicable law, the right to access your personal data, the right to have personal data corrected or deleted, the right to restrict our use of personal data, the right to object to our uses of personal data, and the right to have personal data transmitted in electronic form to you or a third party) over your personal data, in relation to any of the sites, you can contact the Data Manager at Data@bicalliance.com.
By using our site, you consent to our online privacy policy.
CONSENT POLICY FOR COMMUNICATIONS (CALLS, EMAILS, SMS, MMS, AI CALLS, AND ROBOCALLS)
1. Introduction This policy outlines the consent required for communications via calls, emails, SMS, MMS, AI-powered calls, and robocalls by BIC Alliance (BIC). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that our communication practices comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), CAN-SPAM Act, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). 2. Scope of Consent By providing your contact information, you consent to receive the following types of communications from Family Resource Group Inc.: Calls: Manual and automated calls to your mobile or landline number, including AI-powered calls, to provide information or updates relevant to your account, services, or inquiries. Emails: Promotional or transactional emails regarding services, special offers, or other relevant communications. SMS and MMS: Text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS) containing promotional or transactional information. AI Calls and Robocalls: Automated calls, including AI-powered calls and robocalls, for promotional, transactional, or informational purposes. By opting in, you agree that BIC may use these methods to contact you with information that may be of interest, including promotional offers, service updates, or account-related notifications. 3. Compliance with Governing Bodies We ensure all communication practices are compliant with relevant governing bodies and regulations: Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA): We adhere to the TCPA, which regulates telemarketing calls, robocalls, and text messages. All automated calls or texts will include the option to opt out and will only be sent with your explicit consent. CAN-SPAM Act: All emails will include a clear opt-out option and identification of the sender. We ensure that commercial emails comply with CAN-SPAM requirements, providing an option to unsubscribe at any time. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): For residents of the European Union, we collect and use your personal data in compliance with GDPR. You have the right to withdraw consent at any time and request the deletion of your data. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): California residents may request to opt out of communications and access or delete their personal information as per CCPA regulations. 4. Opting Out You have the right to opt out of receiving communications at any time. To opt out: Calls/SMS/MMS: Reply "STOP" to any text message or contact our customer service. Emails: Click the "unsubscribe" link in any email you receive from us. AI Calls and Robocalls: Follow the opt-out instructions provided during the call or contact our customer service team. We will process your opt-out request promptly in accordance with regulatory timelines and ensure you do not receive further communications unless you provide new consent. 5. Data Security and Retention BIC takes reasonable steps to secure your personal information, including contact details used for communication purposes. We only retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose of the communication or as required by law. 6. Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent permitted by law, BIC shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our communication services. This includes any damages resulting from errors, interruptions, or delays in communication. 7. Indemnification You agree to indemnify and hold harmless BIC, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, and employees from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your violation of these terms or any applicable laws. 8. Dispute Resolution Any disputes arising from this policy or your use of our communication services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You agree to waive any right to a jury trial or class action. 9. Disclaimer of Warranties All communication services are provided on an "as-is" basis. BIC makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the operation of our communication services or the information, content, materials, or products included therein. 10. Changes to This Policy We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our communication practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated to you, and continued use of our services or engagement with our communications will constitute acceptance of those changes.
