Contents
1. Introduction
The National Association of Clery Compliance Officers & Professionals (NACCOP) provides a professional association for Clery Compliance Officers and Professionals to collaborate with each other, share resources and best practices, and participate in professional development opportunities to support colleges and universities in their efforts to comply with the Clery Act.
NACCOP (“NACCOP,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website at www.naccop.org (the “Site”) or interact with us in connection with conferences, training programs, membership activities, and related services.
By accessing or using our Site or services, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Name, job title, and institutional affiliation
- Email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Professional credentials
- Payment information (processed securely by third parties)
- Information submitted through forms or communications
Registration and payment information may be processed through our association management platform (MemberClicks Pro).
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser and device details
- Site usage and navigation data
- Referring URLs
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from event partners, sponsors, and affiliated organizations.
2.4 Mobile Contact Information (SMS)
NACCOP provides SMS communications to users who explicitly opt in, including through the NACCOP Conference Portal.
- Conference reminders and updates
- Schedule and room changes
- Event notifications
- Two-way support messaging with staff
Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.
Consent is not a condition of participation.
We do not sell, rent, or share mobile phone numbers for marketing purposes.
You may opt out by replying STOP. For help, reply HELP.
3. How We Use Your Information
- Administer membership, events, and services
- Process transactions and communications
- Provide updates and notifications
- Send newsletters (with opt-out)
- Improve Site functionality
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect organizational integrity
4. Sharing of Personal Information
We do not sell or share personal information for advertising purposes.
4.1 Service Providers
We may share data with trusted vendors including MemberClicks Pro, payment processors, and communication platforms.
4.2 Event Partners
We may share limited information when required for event participation.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose data when required by law.
4.4 Organizational Changes
Information may be transferred as part of mergers or restructuring.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Essential Cookies – Required for functionality
- Analytics Cookies – Help improve performance
- Preference Cookies – Store user settings
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal information, though no system is completely secure.
7. Data Retention
We retain information as necessary for operational, legal, and recordkeeping purposes, and securely delete it when no longer needed.
8. Your Privacy Rights
- Access your data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion where applicable
- Opt out of communications (including SMS via STOP)
- Request data portability where applicable
9. Third-Party Websites
We are not responsible for third-party site privacy practices.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for adults; we do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18.
11. Contact Information
NACCOP
179 Rehoboth Avenue, #1131
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Phone: (302) 344-1068
Email: info@naccop.org
Website: www.naccop.org
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Continued use of our Site constitutes acceptance of updates.