The Board of International Trainers in America (BITA) is committed to protecting the privacy of its members, visitors, and users of its online platform. This Privacy Policy explains how BITA collects, processes, stores, and protects personal data, as well as the rights granted to users under this policy.

BITA may collect the following types of information when you use the website or interact with its services:

• Identity Information: Name, email address, phone number, country, job title, and affiliated institution.

• Usage Data: Pages visited, browsing duration, device type, browser type, and IP address.

• Registration and Certification Data: Information submitted when applying for membership, registering for programs, or requesting certifications and accreditations.

• Uploaded Documents: Any files or materials submitted for verification or accreditation purposes.

BITA does not collect unnecessary data and does not request sensitive information unless required for service delivery and handled securely.

BITA uses collected data for the following purposes:

• Managing user accounts and providing requested services.

• Processing membership, registration, accreditation, and certification requests.

• Communicating official updates, program information, and academic requirements.

• Improving website performance and enhancing user experience.

• Ensuring compliance with BITA’s professional and academic standards.

BITA does not use personal data for external marketing purposes without explicit user consent.

BITA allows its members to register their training packages within the board’s official records, ensuring full preservation of their professional and organizational rights related to those packages. BITA affirms that registering training packages is an administrative and quality assurance procedure and does not constitute intellectual property registration nor transfer of ownership. All intellectual property rights remain solely with the member who owns the training package.

BITA may share personal data only under the following circumstances:

• With academic or professional partners for verification or accreditation purposes.

• With technical service providers (such as hosting or verification systems) to ensure proper website functionality.

• When required by law, regulation, or court order.

BITA does not sell personal data or share it with third parties for commercial purposes.

BITA implements administrative and technical measures to safeguard personal data, including:

• Encryption of data during transmission and storage.

• Advanced cybersecurity systems to prevent breaches and unauthorized access.

• Restricted access to personal data for authorized personnel only.

• Regular reviews and updates of security protocols.

Users have the right to:

• Request a copy of their personal data.

• Request correction or updating of their information.

• Request deletion of their data when no longer required for legal or service related purposes.

• Object to data processing where permitted by applicable laws.

Requests may be submitted through BITA’s official communication channels.

BITA’s website uses cookies to enhance user experience, including:

• Saving language preferences.

• Analyzing visitor traffic to improve performance.

• Managing login sessions.

Users may disable cookies through browser settings, noting that some website functions may be affected.

BITA may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updated versions will be published on the website along with the date of the latest revision. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

For inquiries related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us with the official Email.