Privacy Policy

Welcome to ICAE (Indians Community Association in Egypt). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store).

By using the ICAE app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our application.

1.1 Personal Information

When you register and use the ICAE app, we may collect the following personal information:

• Email Address: Used for account creation, communication, and notifications
• Name: First name and last name for profile identification
• Phone Number: For account verification and community communication
• Location: City or area in Egypt to connect you with nearby community members
• Profile Photo: Optional profile picture for community engagement
• Date of Birth: To verify age and personalize event recommendations
• Gender: For demographic insights and relevant community features
• Occupation/Profession: To facilitate professional networking within the community

1.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use the ICAE app:

• Device information (model, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• App usage data (features accessed, time spent, interactions)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
• Event participation and registration data
• Community interactions (posts, comments, likes, shares)

1.3 Location Data

With your permission, we collect location data to:

• Show nearby events and community activities
• Connect you with community members in your area
• Provide location-based services and recommendations

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Account Management: Create and manage your ICAE account
• Community Connection: Connect you with other Indians living in Egypt
• Event Management: Send notifications about cultural events, festivals, and community gatherings
• Communication: Send updates, newsletters, and important community announcements
• Support Services: Provide assistance, emergency contact information, and community support
• App Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve app features and user experience
• Safety & Security: Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activities
• Personalization: Customize content and recommendations based on your preferences
• Analytics: Understand how users interact with the app to improve services

3.1 Within the Community

Your profile information (name, photo, location) may be visible to other verified ICAE community members to facilitate networking and community building.

3.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Cloud hosting and data storage
• Email and notification services
• Analytics and app performance monitoring
• Payment processing for event registrations (if applicable)

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, government agencies).

3.4 Business Transfers

In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Secure servers and database protection
• Employee training on data privacy and security

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications and notifications
• Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing of your personal data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@icae-egypt.com

The ICAE app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Egypt. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your app experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for app functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand app usage patterns
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can manage cookie preferences through your device settings.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Sending an email notification to registered users
• Displaying a prominent notice within the app

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised. Your continued use of the app after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

The ICAE app may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how it is used
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out of the sale of your personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights

If you are located in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data
• Right to restrict or object to data processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority