Your privacy on the KMTA website

Information we collect

We collect information that you choose to provide when you submit the contact form, email us, call us, request membership information, register interest in an event or programme, or otherwise communicate with KMTA. This may include your name, organisation, role, email address, telephone number, district, inquiry details and any other information you include in your message.

Our website and hosting systems may automatically record limited technical information such as your internet protocol address, browser type, device type, referring page, pages visited, date and time of access, and security or error logs. This information supports website operation, security, troubleshooting and performance.

How we use information

KMTA may use personal information to respond to inquiries, provide requested information, assess membership interest, communicate about relevant programmes or events, maintain administrative records, improve the website, protect the website and its users, and meet applicable legal or regulatory obligations.

We do not sell or rent personal information. We do not use information submitted through the website for unrelated marketing without an appropriate basis or your permission.

Contact forms, email and telephone inquiries

Information entered in a website form is transmitted so that KMTA can receive and respond to the inquiry. Email and telephone communications may be retained with related administrative records when necessary to manage the request, document a decision, protect legitimate interests or meet a legal obligation. Please avoid sending sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your inquiry.

Cookies and similar technologies

The website may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for core WordPress functions, security, preferences or administrator access. KMTA does not currently use analytics or advertising cookies on the public website. If analytics, marketing tools or other non-essential technologies are introduced, this policy and any required notice or consent controls will be updated.

Who may receive information

Information may be handled by authorised KMTA representatives and by service providers that support website hosting, email delivery, security, maintenance or other necessary operations. Information may also be disclosed when required by law, to respond to a lawful request, to protect rights or safety, or with your direction or consent. Service providers are expected to handle information only for the relevant service and under appropriate safeguards.

Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including responding to an inquiry, administering membership interest or participation, maintaining essential records, resolving disputes, protecting the website and meeting legal obligations. Retention periods may vary according to the nature of the communication. Information that is no longer required will be deleted, anonymised or securely archived as appropriate.

Your choices and rights

Subject to applicable law, you may ask KMTA to provide information about personal data we hold about you, correct inaccurate information, delete information that is no longer required, withdraw consent where processing is based on consent, or raise a concern about how information has been handled. Some information may need to be retained where law or legitimate administrative requirements apply.

To make a request or raise a privacy concern, email support@kmtassociation.org with the subject “Privacy Request”. We may need to verify your identity before completing a request.

Security

KMTA uses reasonable administrative and technical measures intended to protect information against unauthorised access, misuse, loss or alteration. No website, transmission method or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. If you believe information submitted to KMTA may have been compromised, please contact us promptly.

External links and embedded content

This website may link to third-party websites or display content supplied by other services. Those services operate under their own privacy practices. KMTA is not responsible for how an external website collects or uses information, and visitors should review the relevant policy before providing personal data.

Children

The website is intended for tourism stakeholders and general visitors. It is not designed to knowingly collect personal information from children. A parent or guardian who believes a child has provided personal information may contact KMTA to request appropriate action.

Changes to this policy

KMTA may update this policy when website features, organisational practices or legal requirements change. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated review date.

Contact

Privacy questions and requests may be sent to support@kmtassociation.org. You may also write to Karavali Malenadu Tourism Association, 6-15-594/1, Gundu Rao Lane, Mannagudda, Mangaluru 575003, Karnataka, India.