At the International Center for Trade Transparency Limited (“ICTT,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to maintaining the security and integrity of our website and the data we collect, store, and process. This Website and Data Security Policy (“Policy”) outlines our approach to ensuring the protection of our users’ information and our compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the United Kingdom’s Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Scope

This Policy applies to our website, www.ictt.org, and all associated online services, applications, and platforms operated by us. It also applies to any data we collect, store, or process from our users, clients, partners, or other relevant parties.

Our Commitment

Data Security Measures

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the data we collect, store, and process. These measures include, but are not limited to, encryption, access controls, data backup and recovery procedures, regular security assessments, and staff training.

Incident Management

We have established a robust incident management process to promptly identify, respond to, and resolve any security incidents or data breaches affecting our website or data. We will notify affected parties and the relevant data protection authorities, as required by applicable laws, in the event of a security incident or data breach.

Third-Party Security

We require our contractors, suppliers, and other partners to implement appropriate security measures to protect any data they access, process, or store on our behalf. We regularly assess and monitor the security practices of these third parties to ensure their compliance with our security requirements and applicable laws.

Continuous Improvement

We continuously review and improve our security practices and procedures to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities, as well as to ensure compliance with evolving legal and regulatory requirements. We also regularly monitor and test our website and data security measures to verify their effectiveness and make any necessary adjustments.

User Responsibilities

While we strive to protect the security of our website and data, we also rely on our users to take appropriate steps to maintain the security of their accounts and personal information. Users are responsible for safeguarding their login credentials, using strong passwords, and enabling any additional security features available on our website or applications.

Policy Compliance and Monitoring

We regularly review and monitor our compliance with this Policy and applicable data protection laws. We are committed to addressing any identified gaps or deficiencies in our security practices and procedures and to continuously improving our website and data security measures.

This Website and Data Security Policy is subject to regular review and may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our operations, applicable laws, or industry best practices. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of our services or the website following such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Policy or our website and data security practices, please contact us at [email protected].