Privacy Policy for IABME.org
Effective Date: 1/1/2020
The Iowa Association of Building Maintenance Engineers("IABME", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors and members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.iabme.org (the “Site”).
By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for membership
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us through forms
- Make a donation or payment
This may include: name, email address, phone number, mailing address, organization name, and payment information (processed securely via third-party providers).
b. Non-Personal Information
We automatically collect certain non-personal information when you visit the Site, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Operating system
- Pages viewed
- Referring website
- Date and time of visit
We may use cookies and similar technologies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain our services
- Process membership applications and payments
- Send newsletters and updates
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Service providers (e.g., email platforms, payment processors)
- Law enforcement if required by law
- Other members or partners only with your consent or in a directory context
4. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to secure your data. However, no method of electronic transmission is entirely secure.
5. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
6. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. Please contact us if you believe we have.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You can opt-out of marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” or emailing info@iabme.com.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. The “Effective Date” will reflect the latest version.
9. Contact Us
Iowa Association of Building Maintenance Engineers (IABME)
PO Box 330
Forest City, Iowa 50436
Email: info@iabme.com
Website: https://www.iabme.org
10. Text Messaging and Grasshopper Communications
If you contact IABME by phone or opt-in to receive text messages from us, you may receive SMS or MMS communications through Grasshopper, our virtual phone service provider. By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive communications from us via text message related to:
- Membership notifications
- Appointment confirmations or reminders
- Event updates or alerts
- Service announcements or support follow-ups
We do not sell or share your mobile number or message content with third parties for marketing purposes.
Message and Data Rates May Apply: Standard rates may apply. Message frequency varies.
Opting Out: Reply “STOP” to any message to unsubscribe. You may receive a final confirmation message.
Data Handling: Text message data—including phone numbers, message content, and timestamps—may be stored and processed by Grasshopper in accordance with their Privacy Policy. We use this information solely for operational purposes and retain it only as long as necessary or required by law.
