The Academy of Acupuncture website may collect, use, maintain, and disclose information collected from users (each, a 'User') of the website ('Site'). The following privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by The Academy of Acupuncture.

Personal identification information

We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to when Users:

• Visit and/or register on the site
• Subscribe to our newsletter or opt in for emails
• Select activities, features, or resources we make available on our Site

When appropriate, The Academy of Acupuncture may ask Users for their email address; however, Users may also visit our Site anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users acknowledge that personal identification information may be required to engage in certain Site and/or The Academy of Acupuncture activities.

Non-personal identification information

As with most Sites, we may collect User’s non-personal identification information, including browser, operating system, and internet service provider used.

Web browser cookies

Our Site may use “cookies” to enhance the User experience. These cookies may be placed on the User’s device hard drive for record-keeping or tracking purposes. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, which may affect access to some Site functions and options.

Why we collect information

The Academy of Acupuncture uses your information for the following reasons:

• To improve customer service—collected data help us respond to your requests and support your needs
• To personalize user experience—with aggregate data, we can better understand how our Users as a group use our provided services and resources

• To send periodic emails—reasons for sending these communications include:
  • Providing updates about a program or order
  • Responding to questions, issues, or requests
  • Troubleshooting technical issues

By opting-in to The Academy of Acupuncture mailing list, Users agree to receive emails about company news, updates, related product or service information, and upcoming events. Users can unsubscribe from emails, by clicking the provided link on the site or in the communication.

Keeping your personal information private

Users information is captured for the reasons listed above only or for internal purposes specific to The Academy of Acupuncture. We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information.

How we protect your information

The Academy of Acupuncture is committed to keeping your information safe. We take utmost care in our data collection, storage and processing practices, and security measures. We strive to prevent unauthorized access to and alteration and disclosure of your personal data, including username, password, and transaction information.

Third party websites

The Academy of Acupuncture is not responsible for advertising or other content on our Site that link to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors, and other third parties. Users assume personal risk for browsing and interaction on these websites, which carry their own terms and conditions and policies.

Privacy policy changes and updates

We reserve the right to update our privacy policy at any time. Users accept the responsibility to review this privacy policy for modifications.

User privacy policy acceptance

Your use of this site is an implicit acceptance of this policy. Please do not use our Site if you do not agree to any part of this policy.