Website and Privacy Requirements
Branches must have up-to-date websites. Information must be accurate, and links to membership or credentialing should direct to the APT website. Membership lists cannot be displayed on branch sites. Reasons for this requirement include:
The member directory is a benefit for members only.
Ensuring GDPR compliance with member permissions.
APT's privacy and cyber policies protect member data.
All member data can only be accessed by current APT members logged into the APT website. Branches should redirect to the APT website for credentialing information, providing general details only with a link to the APT Credentialing Homepage to prevent the spread of outdated information.
Sources of Information
Personal Information You Provide
We do not collect personal information through our website unless you provide it voluntarily for specific reasons. We gather information from our interactions with you, including membership applications, resource center posts, and online store purchases. The information may include your name, education, credentials, billing and shipping address, phone number, driver's license number, birth date, payment method, email address, and purchased products. If you pay by check or card, we will also receive your account number. If you decide not to provide personal information, you may be unable to buy items or join certain programs, and we might not be able to meet your requests. By giving us your personal information, you confirm it is accurate and agree to notify us of any changes.
Security of Your Transactions
Policies and Procedures
We follow accepted standards to ensure your information is protected and managed responsibly. We keep our physical and digital systems secure to meet laws and regulations. While we strive for security, we cannot guarantee that unauthorized third parties won't access your information. We are not liable for any security breaches or actions by third parties that may access personal information. You must not try to interfere with the Website's security or operations. We do not guarantee the security or integrity of the information.
Website and your personal information:
We make Membership information available to Association for Play Therapy (APT), other branches, the public and our members through our printed and online membership directories. If you do not want your Membership Information displayed, please log in and edit your display preferences or contact us. Contact Information. We may make your contact information received through our resource center available to APT, other branches, the public and our members through printed materials and our Website. If you do not want your Information displayed, please see Choice and Opt Out, below. Third Parties. We may make available to third parties, including Approved Providers, some of the information we collect, such as your name, mailing address and email address. The third parties may use such information to solicit you for various service and product offerings, such as available conferences and workshops, volunteer service, and credit cards. If you do not want to have your information shared with third parties, please see Choice and Opt Out, below. Aggregate Statistics. From time to time, we provide aggregate statistics about our members, Website traffic, product sales, and other user-related information to providers to identify trends. Legal Requirements. Under special circumstances we may, and you authorize us to, disclose personally identifiable information without your consent if we believe, in our sole discretion, it is reasonable to do so, Association for Play Therapy, Inc. Policies and Procedures for APT Chartered Branches to satisfy laws (such as the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, as amended) or government regulations, comply with legal process or law enforcement requests, commence legal actions to protect our rights or property or to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities, suspected fraud, situations involving potential threats to the physical safety of any person or violations of this privacy policy or other terms found on the Website. Except as described in this privacy policy, we do not disclose personal information to third parties except (1) for the purpose of communicating with you when it is necessary for completing the transactions you have authorized, including but not limited to providing such information to data processors or mailing services, (2) when it is necessary for employees, agents and contractors to operate or maintain the Website or to correct a technical problem; (3) when it is necessary to verify the existence or condition of your account with a financial institution, credit bureau or other third-party; (4) with our affiliates, or (5) if we merge or transfer assets of the organization to another organization.
Non-Personal Information
When you visit our Website, we may collect non-identifiable information like your internet browser type, operating system, or the website you came from.
Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your computer while viewing our Website or ads. They help us recognize you and improve your experience. Declining cookies may limit your ability to use some Website features.
Changing Your Cookie Setting
Most web browsers accept cookies automatically, but you can change this in your settings. Check your browser's help section for guidance.
Hyperlinks
If you click on third-party links from our Website or materials we send, you may need to provide information to that site. Once you leave our Website, we are not responsible for the privacy policies of those sites. This privacy policy applies only to our Website.
Choices and Opt Out
You can update your personal or member information by emailing us at Tna4pt@gmail.com. You can choose what information you want to receive or request that we do not share your data as stated in this privacy policy. By agreeing to participate in some programs, you usually consent to receive updates about other programs and special offers. If you give us information and there's no option to opt-in, providing your email means you agree to receive future updates from us. To stop further communications, you need to contact us or click the link provided in our emails.
Governing Law and Enforcement of Privacy Policy
Use of this Website is governed by U.S. law and Tennessee law. If you access the Website from outside the U.S., you consent to transferring your personal information to the U.S. and agree to its laws and those of Tennessee. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of Tennessee state and federal courts. If any part of this privacy policy is deemed illegal or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain valid.