Privacy Policy

The Midwifery Practitioners Association, India (MPAI) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all members, applicants, healthcare professionals, and website visitors.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website and membership services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information during membership registration, website usage, or communication with MPAI:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Professional qualification details
• Nursing or midwifery registration details
• Institution or workplace information
• Uploaded documents and certificates
• Technical data such as browser, IP address, and device information

2. Purpose of Information Collection

MPAI collects information for legitimate professional and administrative purposes including:

• Processing membership applications
• Verifying professional credentials
• Providing member services and updates
• Issuing certificates and membership IDs
• Conducting educational and professional activities
• Improving website functionality and security
• Responding to inquiries and support requests

3. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and administrative measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

• Secure servers and restricted database access
• Password-protected administrative systems
• Regular monitoring for website security
• Limited access to authorized personnel only

4. Sharing of Information

MPAI does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

Information may only be shared:

• When legally required by government authorities or courts
• For professional verification purposes with regulatory bodies
• With trusted service providers supporting website operations under confidentiality obligations

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience and monitor website performance.

• Cookies help remember user preferences and login sessions.
• Analytics may collect anonymous visitor statistics.
• Users may disable cookies through browser settings if preferred.

6. User Responsibilities

• Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials.
• Users must provide accurate and updated information.
• Users should immediately report any unauthorized access to their account.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites such as educational resources, government portals, or external services.

• MPAI is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.
• Users are encouraged to review third-party privacy policies separately.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

• Membership administration
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Professional record maintenance
• Association activities and communication

9. Rights of Members and Users

Members and users may request:

• Access to their stored personal information
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Updating of professional details
• Deletion of account subject to legal or administrative obligations

10. Children's Privacy

This website is intended for healthcare professionals and adults. MPAI does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 years of age.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

MPAI may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect updates in laws, technology, or organizational practices.

Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Information

For privacy-related concerns or requests, please contact:

Midwifery Practitioners Association, India
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Email: support@mpain.org