Privacy Policy
Pakistan Society of Clinical Oncology (PSCO)
The Pakistan Society of Clinical Oncology (PSCO) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of its members, conference participants, website visitors, and all individuals who interact with PSCO through its platforms and activities. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.
By using the PSCO website, registering for events, or engaging with PSCO services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
PSCO may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information
- Name, designation, and professional details
- Email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Institutional or organizational affiliation
- Registration details for conferences, workshops, or membership
- Payment-related information (processed through secure third-party services)
- Non-Personal Information
- Browser type, device information, and IP address
- Website usage data, pages visited, and interaction statistics
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (where applicable)
2. How We Use Your Information
The information collected by PSCO is used to:
- Manage memberships and conference registrations
- Communicate important updates, announcements, and educational material
- Organize scientific meetings, academic activities, and events
- Maintain official records and archives of PSCO activities
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Comply with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements
PSCO does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
PSCO may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With authorized organizing committees, event partners, or service providers strictly for operational purposes
- When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- To protect the rights, safety, and integrity of PSCO, its members, or the public
All third parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and data protection standards.
4. Data Security
PSCO takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. While no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure, PSCO strives to use industry-standard safeguards to protect your data.
5. Cookies and Website Tracking
The PSCO website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Users may control or disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.
6. Third-Party Links
The PSCO website may contain links to external websites. PSCO is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
7. Data Retention
PSCO retains personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including academic, administrative, legal, and archival requirements.
8. Your Rights
You may request to:
- Access or update your personal information
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Withdraw consent for non-essential communications
Requests can be made by contacting PSCO through the official communication channels provided on the website.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
PSCO reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
10. Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or PSCO’s data practices, please contact:
Pakistan Society of Clinical Oncology (PSCO)
Official Website: www.psco.org.pk
Email: [email protected]
