Privacy Policy
Last Updated: March 2026
ETHOS Global ("ETHOS", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal data in connection with our website, membership applications, and related services. By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy.
Information We Collect
When you interact with our website or submit a membership application, we may collect the following information.
| Personal Information | First and last nameEmail addressPhone numberCountry of residenceProfessional title |
| Organizational Information | Organization nameOrganization typeCompany sizeCompany websiteBusiness address |
| Application Information | Membership tier selectionAreas of interestShort professional or organizational description |
| Technical Data | We may also automatically collect:IP addressBrowser typeDevice informationWebsite usage statistics |
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to operate, maintain, and improve ETHOS Global services. This includes both operational use and strategic improvements to our platform.
- Process and evaluate membership applications
- Verify identity and eligibility of applicants
- Maintain accurate membership and organizational records
- Provide onboarding, confirmations, and account-related communications
- Deliver relevant programs, events, and research initiatives
- Analyze engagement trends to improve user experience
- Enhance platform performance, reliability, and security
We may also use aggregated, anonymized data for internal research, reporting, and strategic planning purposes.
We do not sell personal data to third parties and only use your data in alignment with this policy.
Payment Processing
Payments for membership and related services are processed through independent third-party payment service providers. ETHOS does not directly collect or store full payment credentials.
- We do not store full credit card or debit card numbers
- We do not retain payment authentication credentials
- Payment processing is governed by the privacy policies of the respective providers
Users are encouraged to review the privacy and security practices of such third-party providers prior to submitting payment information.
Email Communications
We may send emails related to:
- Membership application status
- Membership confirmation
- Event announcements
- Research initiatives
Users may opt out of non-essential communications at any time.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- Manage membership records
- Comply with legal obligations
- Maintain organizational records
Data may be securely deleted when no longer required.
Data Security
ETHOS Global implements a combination of administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
- Secure HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Access controls and role-based permissions for internal systems
- Secure cloud infrastructure with industry-standard protections
- Regular system monitoring and risk assessments
While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no system can guarantee absolute security.
Users should also take precautions such as protecting login credentials and using secure networks.
International Data Transfers
As ETHOS operates on a global basis, personal information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in jurisdictions outside of your country of residence.
Where such transfers occur, ETHOS implements appropriate safeguards to ensure that personal data remains protected in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
These safeguards may include contractual protections and adherence to recognized data protection standards.
Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable data protection laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Object to or restrict certain types of data processing
- Withdraw previously given consent
We will respond to legitimate requests within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable regulations.
Requests can be submitted via the contact email listed below.
Cookies
The website may use cookies or analytics tools to:
- Understand user behavior
- Improve performance
- Analyze website traffic
Users may disable cookies in their browser settings.
Changes to This Policy
ETHOS reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal, regulatory, or operational requirements.
Updated versions will be published on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services following any updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
Contact
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, you may contact us at:
Email: contact@ethos-global.org
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to all inquiries in a timely manner.