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Privacy Policy

Committed to protecting your privacy and personal data.

The American Association of Accountants (AAA) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information collected from members, applicants, institutional partners, website visitors, and stakeholders.

AAA is a professional membership organization based in the United States and operates globally. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information in compliance with applicable U.S. privacy laws and internationally recognized data protection principles

By accessing our website, applying for membership, participating in AAA programs, or using our services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Scope of This Policy

Understanding who and what our privacy commitments cover.

This policy applies to:

  • Website visitors
  • Membership applicants & members
  • Institutional affiliates & partners
  • Event participants
  • CPD participants
  • Vendors and contractors
  • Communication subscribers

Data collected through:

  • Website forms
  • Membership applications
  • Online portals
  • Email communication
  • Events and webinars
  • Surveys and feedback tools
03. Data Collection

Information We Collect

We collect personal and technical data to provide and improve our services.

3.1 Personal Information

  • Full name
  • Contact details (email, phone, address)
  • Date of birth (where required)
  • Professional qualifications
  • Employment history
  • Membership status
  • Identification documents (for verification)
  • CPD records
  • Payment information (securely processed)
  • Login credentials for member portals

3.2 Technical & Usage Info

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Cookies and tracking technologies
  • Log files and analytics data
3.3 Sensitive Information

AAA does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless required for regulatory or verification purposes and with explicit consent.

04. Usage

How We Use Your Information

Transparent usage of data to fulfill our professional commitments.

  • Membership processing and administration
  • Identity verification
  • Credential issuance and verification
  • CPD tracking and reporting
  • Communication and announcements
  • Event management
  • Resource access management
  • Institutional affiliation administration
  • Compliance and audit purposes
  • Legal obligations
  • Security monitoring
  • Website improvement and analytics
Our Promise: No Data Sale

AAA does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties under any circumstances.

05. Compliance

Legal Basis for Processing

For our international community, we process data based on:

06. Disclosure

Information Sharing

We only share information with trusted partners to maintain our operations.

Strict Vendor Compliance

AAA does not share personal data for marketing by third parties. All vendors are required to comply with data protection standards.

07. Preservation

Data Retention

AAA retains personal information only as long as necessary.

Retention Purposes

  • Maintain membership records
  • Fulfill legal and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Records may be archived or anonymized after retention periods expire.

08. Protection

Data Security

AAA implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards.

Secure Servers
Encryption
Access Controls
Role-based Permissions
Regular Security Audits
Incident Response procedures

While no system is completely secure, AAA continuously enhances its safeguards.

09. Entitlements

Your Rights

Empowering you with control over your personal data.

U.S. Residents

CCPA / CPRA
  • Know what personal data is collected
  • Request access to your data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Opt out of data sharing
  • Non-discrimination for exercising rights

Submit requests to:

info@associationofaccountants.us

International Users

GDPR-Aligned
  • Access to your personal data
  • Correction or erasure
  • Restriction of processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdrawal of consent
10. Minors

Children's Privacy

AAA does not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 16. If such data is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.

11. Global Reach

International Transfers

Personal data may be transferred and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where AAA or its service providers operate. AAA applies appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers.

12. External Sites

Third-Party Links

AAA website may contain links to third-party websites. AAA is not responsible for their privacy practices.

13. Updates

Changes to This Policy

AAA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on the website with revised effective dates.

14. Reach Out

Contact Information

For privacy inquiries, data requests, or complaints, please please do not hesitate to reach out to our dedicated privacy team.

American Association of Accountants

Privacy Compliance Office

info@associationofaccountants.us