Privacy Policy

The Antigua & Barbuda Youth Business Trust (ABYBT) is committed to protecting the privacy, security, and integrity of all personal information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data when you interact with our website, programs, or services.

By using our website or submitting information to ABYBT, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Policy.

 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information in the following ways:

 

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you complete forms, applications, registrations, or contact us, we may collect:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Residential address

• Date of birth

• Educational background

• Business idea or business information

• Profile photo

• Professional details

• Emergency contact information

 

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Pages visited and website usage patterns

 

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

ABYBT uses personal information for the following purposes:

• To process applications for programs and training

• To communicate with participants, partners, and supporters

• To manage registrations, events, and program delivery

• To improve our website and digital services

• To produce non-identifying program statistics or reports

• To promote ABYBT events or activities (with consent for photos or testimonials)

• To maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

We will not sell your personal information.

 

3. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• With ABYBT staff, trainers, mentors, or committee members involved in program delivery

• With trusted service providers (e.g., website hosting, email platforms)

• With funding or partner agencies, but only when necessary and always with confidentiality protections

• When required by law, regulation, or court order

Any third-party partners are required to protect your data in accordance with this Policy.

 

4. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
However, no method of electronic transmission is completely secure; therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

5. Your Rights

You may request to:

• Access your personal information

• Correct or update your information

• Withdraw consent for non-essential data use

• Request deletion of your personal information

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To exercise these rights, contact us at:
admin@abybt.com

 

6. Data Retention

ABYBT retains personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill program, operational, or legal requirements.

 

We securely delete or anonymize data once it is no longer required.

 

7. Links to External Websites

Our website may include links to external sites. ABYBT is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

 

8. Updates to This Policy

ABYBT may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.

 

9. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
admin@abybt.com