Effective Date: 01/30/25

• The International Academy of Automation Arts & Sciences™ (IAAAS™) is committed to safeguarding your privacy.
• This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information.
• By participating in the IAAAS™ or using our services, you consent to the practices described herein.

We may collect personal details when you:

• Submit an entry, register to vote, or engage with our services.
• Provide details such as name, email, phone number, mailing address, company affiliation, job title, and payment information.

We automatically gather:

• IP addresses, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior to improve our services.

The IAAAS™ uses collected information to:

• Process and manage contest entries and voting.
• Communicate with participants regarding their submissions and related updates.
• Enhance and personalize user experience on our platforms.
• Process payments and handle billing matters.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms and Conditions.

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

• Service Providers – Trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our services, such as payment processors and IT support, bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Obligations – Authorities or entities when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

• Your data is stored on secure servers located in the United States.
• We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

• While our operations are based in the U.S., we welcome international participants.
• By providing your information, you acknowledge that it will be processed and stored in the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

• Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic.
• You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• Manage marketing preferences or opt out of communications.
• To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@iaaas.com.

• We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by law.

• The IAAAS™ may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
• Significant changes will be communicated via our website or direct communication.

📧 Email: support@iaaas.com

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us.

This Privacy Policy applies to all participants, members, and users engaging with the IAAAS™ and its affiliated awards programs.