Privacy Policy
Who we are
Washington Association of Building Officials (“WABO,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of our members, website visitors, event participants, volunteers, donors, and other supporters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information through our website, online forms, event registrations, membership services, communications, and related nonprofit activities.
This policy is intended to describe WABO’s general privacy practices. Because privacy laws and organizational practices may change, WABO may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version should be posted on the WABO website.
Information We Collect
WABO may collect personal information that individuals voluntarily provide to us, such as when they complete a contact form, register for an event or training, apply for or renew membership, subscribe to communications, make a payment, participate in a survey, volunteer for a committee, or otherwise interact with WABO.
Personal information may include, but is not limited to, name, job title, employer or jurisdiction, mailing address, email address, phone number, membership details, event registration details, payment-related information, communication preferences, and any information submitted through website forms or surveys.
WABO may also collect limited technical information automatically when visitors use our website, such as browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, referring website, date and time of visit, and general website usage information.
How We Use Information
WABO uses information to support our nonprofit mission and services, including to process memberships, event registrations, payments, and requests; communicate with members and stakeholders; provide updates about trainings, meetings, committees, conferences, and organizational activities; respond to questions; improve our website and services; maintain accurate records; comply with legal, tax, accounting, and administrative obligations; and protect the security and integrity of our systems.
Membership, Sponsor, and Contact Information
WABO does not sell, rent, or trade personal contact information, membership lists, donor information, or email lists. We may use this information to administer memberships, recognize participation when appropriate, provide receipts or confirmations, and communicate about WABO programs, events, services, and opportunities.
If WABO publicly recognizes sponsors, volunteers, committee members, award recipients, or event participants, we will do so in a manner consistent with our organizational practices and applicable permissions. Individuals who prefer not to be publicly recognized may contact WABO to request confidentiality where feasible.
How Information May Be Shared
WABO may share information with trusted service providers who assist with website hosting, payment processing, event registration, membership management, email communications, accounting, data storage, analytics, or other operational services. These providers are expected to use information only as necessary to provide services to WABO.
WABO may also disclose information when required by law, regulation, subpoena, court order, audit, legal process, or to protect WABO’s rights, safety, property, systems, members, website users, or the public.
Cookies and Website Analytics
WABO’s website may use cookies, analytics tools, or similar technologies to help operate the website, understand visitor activity, improve content, remember preferences, and evaluate the effectiveness of communications. Visitors may adjust browser settings to refuse or delete cookies; however, some website features may not function properly without them.
Third-Party Websites and Services
The WABO website may include references or links to third-party websites, platforms, payment processors, registration systems, social media pages, or other external services. WABO is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third-party websites or services. Visitors should review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing information.
Data Security
WABO takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. No website, email system, or electronic storage method is completely secure, and WABO cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
WABO retains information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, support membership and event administration, maintain organizational records, comply with legal or accounting obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements or policies.
Your Choices and Communication Preferences
Individuals may contact WABO to request updates to their contact information, ask questions about their information, or request removal from certain communications. Email communications may include unsubscribe or preference-management options where applicable. WABO may continue to send necessary administrative messages related to membership, registrations, payments, transactions, or organizational obligations.
Children’s Privacy
WABO’s website and services are intended for adults and professional audiences and are not directed to children under the age of 13. WABO does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If WABO becomes aware that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.
Changes To This Privacy Policy
WABO may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our website, services, operations, or legal obligations. Updated versions should be posted on the WABO website with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or WABO’s privacy practices, please contact WABO through the contact information provided on the WABO website.