Privacy Policy

Association of Fertility Awareness Professionals (AFAP)

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Association of Fertility Awareness Professionals (“AFAP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website:

https://www.fertilityawarenessprofessionals.org

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Currently Collect

At this time, AFAP does not collect personal information from general website visitors. Our website is primarily informational and includes a public provider directory.

The only information that may appear on the site is professional information voluntarily submitted by educators for inclusion in the public directory (such as name, credentials, location, website, and contact details).

Information We May Collect in the Future

In the future, we may collect limited personal information if you voluntarily choose to:

  • Subscribe to our email list
  • Submit a contact form
  • Apply for membership
  • Register for an event or training

 

This information may include your name, email address, professional credentials, and other information you choose to provide. If our data practices change, this policy will be updated accordingly.

Analytics & Tracking Technologies

AFAP does not currently use tracking cookies or analytics tools.

In the future, we may use privacy-conscious analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to better understand how visitors use our website. These tools may collect non-identifiable usage data such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on site
  • Browser type
  • General geographic region

 

If analytics tools are implemented, this Privacy Policy will be updated and, where required by law, a cookie consent banner will be displayed.

Public Provider Directory

Our website includes a public directory of fertility awareness educators. All information listed in the directory is submitted voluntarily by professionals and is intended for public viewing.

AFAP is not responsible for how third parties use publicly available directory information.

How We May Use Information

If personal information is collected in the future, we may use it to:

  • Respond to inquiries or requests
  • Send educational updates (only to users who opt in)
  • Provide information about AFAP programs and events
  • Improve website content and services
  • Fulfill legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Email Communications

If you choose to opt in to receive emails from AFAP, you may receive:

  • Educational content
  • Organizational updates
  • Event announcements

 

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email.

 

AFAP does not sell or share personal information for advertising or marketing purposes.

We may share limited information only:

  • If required by law
  • To comply with legal processes
  • To protect the rights or safety of AFAP or the public

Data Retention

If personal information is collected, it will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose or as required by law.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no website can guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA & CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction or deletion of your personal information
  • Know whether your information is sold or shared

 

AFAP does not sell or share personal information as defined by California law.

To exercise your rights, contact:

afap@fertilityawarenessprofessionals.org

We will verify and respond to requests within the timeframe required by law.

Your Rights Under the GDPR (EU & UK Users)

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Data portability

 

To exercise your rights, contact: afap@fertilityawarenessprofessionals.org

California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

In accordance with CalOPPA:

  • Users may visit our website anonymously.
  • Our Privacy Policy is clearly accessible on our homepage.
  • We honor Do Not Track (“DNT”) signals and do not engage in tracking, advertising, or behavioral profiling.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. AFAP is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external site they visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you may contact us at:

Association of Fertility Awareness Professionals
PO Box 79084
Belmont, MA 02478

Email: afap@fertilityawarenessprofessionals.org