Privacy Policy – Nigerian Association of Clinical Psychologists (NACP)

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

The Nigerian Association of Clinical Psychologists (NACP) (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all personal information collected from our members, website visitors, and users of our services. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of your personal information in accordance with applicable laws and professional standards.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Full name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, professional qualifications.

  • Membership and Transaction Data: Membership status, subscription details, payment history, invoices, and receipts.

  • Technical and Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and other interaction data on our website or platforms.

2. Purpose of Collecting Information

Your information is collected and used for the following purposes:

  • Administering membership, benefits, and services.

  • Processing payments and issuing receipts or invoices.

  • Communicating important announcements, newsletters, events, and updates.

  • Improving our services, website functionality, and user experience.

  • Complying with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations.

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties. Information may only be shared under the following circumstances:

  • With trusted service providers assisting in operational, technical, or administrative support.

  • Where required by law, regulation, or legal process.

  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of NACP, our members, or others.

  • With professional partners for events or programs only when you have opted in.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to protect your data, no method of electronic transmission or storage is entirely secure.

5. Your Rights

Members and users have the right to:

  • Access, review, and update personal information held by NACP.

  • Request the correction or deletion of personal information, subject to legal or regulatory obligations.

  • Opt-out of communications or marketing notifications.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and improve functionality. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect certain features of the website.

7. Retention of Information

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

NACP reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be reflected here with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal information or this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Nigerian Association of Clinical Psychologists (NACP)
Department of Psychology, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +234 805 506 5741