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Privacy Notice

This Privacy Notice explains how the International Trading Association collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information across its websites, certification programs, membership services, and related activities.

Organization

International Trading Association (ITA)

Last updated

May 2026

1. Introduction

The International Trading Association ("ITA", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information in a responsible and transparent manner.

This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when individuals access our websites, certification programs, educational resources, membership services, events, or other related activities.

2. Information We May Collect

We may collect information including:

We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for providing our services and operating our programs.

Name and contact information
Email address
Professional or organizational information
Membership and certification details
Account login information
Communication records
Website usage and technical information
Information submitted through forms or applications

3. How We Use Information

We may use personal information to:

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

Provide certification and membership services
Manage user accounts and registrations
Deliver educational resources and communications
Maintain professional records
Improve website functionality and user experience
Respond to inquiries and support requests
Maintain professional standards and program integrity
Comply with applicable legal obligations

4. Professional Records and Certification Information

Certain professional information related to membership or certification status may be displayed or verified through public or member-accessible systems where appropriate.

This may include:

ITA takes reasonable steps to ensure such information is accurate and appropriately managed.

Certification status
Membership status
Professional designation information
Public verification records

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our websites may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Users may manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.

Improve functionality
Understand website usage
Maintain security
Enhance user experience

6. Information Sharing

We may share information with:

We do not share personal information for unrelated commercial marketing purposes.

Service providers supporting website or operational functions
Professional advisors or auditors
Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
Affiliated organizations or institutional partners where appropriate and authorized

7. Data Security

ITA takes reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information against unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, or loss.

However, no online system or electronic transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. International Access

As an international professional association, information may be processed or accessed across multiple jurisdictions depending on operational, technical, or administrative requirements.

By using our services, users acknowledge that information may be transferred and processed internationally where appropriate safeguards are applied.

9. Retention of Information

We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

Maintain membership and certification records
Support professional standards and verification
Fulfill legal or operational obligations
Resolve disputes or enforce policies

10. User Rights

Depending on applicable laws and jurisdiction, individuals may have rights to:

Requests may be submitted through our contact channels.

Access personal information
Request corrections
Request deletion where appropriate
Object to certain processing activities
Withdraw consent where applicable

11. Third-Party Links

Our websites or resources may contain links to third-party websites or services.

ITA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

12. Updates to This Notice

ITA may update this Privacy Notice periodically to reflect operational, legal, or organizational changes.

Updated versions will be published on our website.

13. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact: