Privacy
Policy

Last updated: 12/16/2025

Welcome to the International Pediatric Sleep Association  (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit ipsasleep.org, sign up for our newsletter, create an account, or purchase a membership.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter

  • Join our organization

  • Create a user account

  • Purchase a membership

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address (if applicable)

  • Username and password (stored securely)

  • Membership status and account details

Payment Information

Membership fees are processed through a third-party payment processor (such as Stripe, PayPal, or similar).

  • We do not store or process credit card numbers on our servers

  • Payment processors handle all payment data securely in compliance with PCI-DSS standards

  • We may store limited transaction details (such as payment date and amount) for record-keeping purposes

2. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

  • Referring URLs

This information is used for analytics, security, and website performance improvements.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage user accounts

  • Process memberships and payments

  • Send newsletters and organizational communications

  • Respond to inquiries and support requests

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Comply with legal and financial obligations

4. Email Communications

If you sign up for our newsletter or become a member, we may send you emails related to:

  • News and updates

  • Events or initiatives

  • Important account or policy notices

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the link provided in our emails.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain login sessions

  • Remember user preferences

  • Analyze website traffic and usage

  • Improve site functionality

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers that help us operate our website, including:

  • Payment processors

  • Email and newsletter services

  • Website hosting providers

  • Analytics providers

These providers are permitted to use your information only to perform services on our behalf.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no online transmission or storage system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. User Accounts

If you create an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. Please notify us immediately if you believe your account has been accessed without authorization.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Maintain active user accounts

  • Provide membership services

  • Comply with legal, tax, or accounting requirements

When personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

12. GDPR Privacy Rights (EEA & UK Residents)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Request data portability

We process personal data based on:

  • Your consent

  • Performance of a contract (membership services)

  • Legal obligations

  • Legitimate business interests

To exercise GDPR rights, contact us.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

13. CCPA Privacy Rights (California Residents)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information is collected and how it is used

  • Request deletion of personal information

  • Opt out of the sale of personal information

  • Receive equal service and pricing regardless of exercising privacy rights

We do not sell personal information.

To submit a CCPA request, contact us. We may verify your identity before responding.

14. International Data Transfers

If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. or other countries where our service providers operate. We take reasonable measures to protect your data during such transfers.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Organization Name: International Pediatric Sleep Association

Website: https://ipsasleep.org

Email: info@ipsasleep.org