At DWOB (Doctors Without Borders), we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all visitors, users, partners, and stakeholders who engage with our website and services. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal and non-personal data:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Organization name

  • Messages or inquiries sent via contact forms or emails

  • Newsletter subscriptions

  • Event registrations

b. Information Collected Automatically:
When you use our website, we may collect certain data automatically, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Referring website

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries or requests

  • Send you updates, newsletters, and announcements (if you opt in)

  • Improve our website performance and content

  • Understand user behavior and improve user experience

  • Ensure website security and prevent misuse

  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing

DWOB processes your personal information based on:

  • Your consent

  • Our legitimate interests in improving our services

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Execution of contracts or participation in DWOB programs or events

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share it with:

  • Trusted service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., hosting, analytics)

  • Legal authorities, if required by law or for the protection of rights, property, or safety

  • Partner organizations, if relevant to your request or engagement (with your consent)

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, loss, or destruction. While we strive to protect your data, no system can be 100% secure. You use our services at your own risk.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. These cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Analyze traffic and usage behavior

  • Deliver relevant content

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings or through our cookie banner.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws (e.g., GDPR), you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Object to or restrict certain data processing

  • Request data portability

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@dwob-org.com

8. Retention of Data

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in laws or our practices. The revised policy will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.