Privacy Policy
(18 August 2025)
Legal Disclaimer
One Caribbean Business Network Foundation (“OCBN”, “we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our platform, participate in our events, or engage with our services.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information you provide: such as your name, email address, phone number, company/organization details, job title, payment details (for memberships/events), and profile information you upload to our platform.
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Automatically collected information: such as IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and usage data when you visit our website or platform.
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Event-related information: such as registration details, attendance, photos/videos, and feedback from networking sessions, webinars, or in-person events.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
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Provide and manage access to our platform, directory, events, and services.
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Facilitate networking and connections between members, chapters, and Economic Interest Groups (EIGs).
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Process payments, manage memberships, and deliver member benefits.
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Communicate updates, newsletters, event invitations, and opportunities related to OCBN.
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Improve our services, website functionality, and user experience.
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Ensure the safety, security, and integrity of our community.
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Comply with legal obligations.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information with:
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With service providers who help us operate our website, platform, events, and communication systems.
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With other members/users of the platform where you choose to share your profile, business details, or participate in networking activities.
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With partners or sponsors, but only where you have opted in or where it relates to your engagement (e.g., co-hosted events).
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For legal reasons, if required by law, regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or community safety.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
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Enhance functionality.
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Analyze usage patterns.
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Personalize your experience.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some features may not function properly.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Your Rights
Under the laws applicable in Curaçao, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data.
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Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
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Request deletion of your personal data (subject to applicable legal obligations).
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Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@ocbn.org.
Security of Your Information
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Our website and platform may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.
International Users
As OCBN serves a regional and international community, your data may be transferred and stored outside your country of residence. By using our services, you consent to this transfer, provided adequate safeguards are in place.
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Curaçao. By using our website and services, you agree that any disputes relating to this Privacy Policy or your data will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Curaçao.
While Curaçao law applies, OCBN also seeks to follow international best practices for data protection, including principles set out in the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other reasons. When we update, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
One Caribbean Business Network Foundation (OCBN)
Email: info@ocbn.org
Website: www.ocbn.org
Thank you for trusting One Caribbean Business Network Foundation. We are committed to protecting your privacy as we grow together!
We may use your information to:
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Provide, operate, and maintain our services.
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Manage memberships, event registrations, and communications.
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Send newsletters, updates, promotional materials, and important notices.
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Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
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Improve our Site, services, and member experiences.
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Comply with legal obligations applicable under the laws of Curaçao.
