Privacy Policy

1. Overview

The Mauritius AI Network ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you apply for membership or use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us through the Founding Member Application and contact forms:

• Identity Data: Full name, professional title, and institutional affiliation.
• Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and location.
• Professional Data: LinkedIn URL, website, AI specializations, years of experience, and project descriptions.
• Preference Data: Your choices regarding which information is displayed publicly on the network.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

• Process and review your membership application.
• Create and maintain your public or private profile in the AI Network.
• Facilitate connections and collaborations within the Mauritius AI ecosystem.
• Send updates regarding the platform launch and network activities.
• Improve our platform functionality and user experience.

4. Profile Visibility & Sharing

The core purpose of the Network is visibility. However, you have control:

• Your primary expertise and professional summary are visible to site visitors.
• Specific contact details (email, phone, LinkedIn) are only displayed based on the visibility preferences you select in your application.
• We do not sell your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. As a professional network, we utilize industry-standard security protocols to ensure the integrity of our curated database.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal information. If you wish to update your profile or withdraw your membership, please contact us at the email address provided below.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze platform traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify members of significant changes via email.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us:

Email: hello@mauritiusai.org