Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

The International Academy of Pathology – Indian Division (IAPID) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller

IAPID (“we”, “our”, or “us”) acts as the Data Controller for personal data collected through the website www.iapid.org and related services.

As the Data Controller, IAPID determines the purposes and means of processing personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India), where applicable.

2. Personal Data We Collect

• Name, email address, contact details (when voluntarily submitted)
• Membership or registration details
• Website usage data (IP address, browser, pages visited)

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR/DPDPA)

• User consent
• Legitimate interests (website improvement, communication)
• Legal obligations

4. Purpose of Data Collection

• Responding to inquiries
• Membership administration
• Event and academic communications
• Website analytics and improvement

5. Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and analytics tools to understand user behavior. You may disable cookies through browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal data. Data may be shared with trusted service providers strictly for operational purposes and under confidentiality agreements.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

8. Your Rights (GDPR/DPDPA)

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to restrict or object to processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to Withdraw Consent at any time.
• Right to Grievance Redressal through the designated grievance mechanism.
• Right to Nominate another person to exercise your rights in case of death or incapacity (as provided under the Act).

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and organizational safeguards designed to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include secure server infrastructure, encrypted data transmission, access controls, and regular system monitoring.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. Users are encouraged to take appropriate precautions, including safeguarding login credentials and using secure networks.

10. Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

11. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be effective upon posting on this page.

12. Contact for Privacy Requests

Email: secretary.iapid25@gmail.com