Privacy Policy

Introduction

AliyahTech (“we,” “us,” or “our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, use our contact forms, register for events, or subscribe to our communications.

By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website.

Applicable Law

AliyahTech operates from the State of Israel and serves a global community. We process personal data in accordance with:

• The Israeli Privacy Protection Law, 5741-1981, and the Privacy Protection Regulations (Data Security), 5777-2017, including Amendment 13 (2025) which strengthens enforcement and notification obligations.
• The EU General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation 2016/679, "GDPR") where it applies to visitors located in the EU/EEA.
• The UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 where it applies to visitors located in the UK.
• Israel's Communications Law (Telecommunications and Broadcasting), 1982 — Amendment 40 (the "Spam Law") for marketing communications.

Information We Collect

• Contact form data: name, email, phone, company, message.
• Newsletter subscriptions: email and optional preferences.
• Event registration: name, email, affiliation, and any dietary or accessibility requirements you share.
• Website analytics: IP address, browser, device, operating system, pages visited, approximate location derived from IP.
• Cookies: see our Cookie Policy for the categories of cookies and how to manage them.

How We Use Information & Legal Basis

Under GDPR we must identify a legal basis for each processing activity. The table below summarizes our purposes and the basis we rely on.

Cookies and Analytics

We use a consent banner that distinguishes Strictly Necessary, Analytics, and Marketing cookies. Non-essential cookies load only after you opt in. Full details are in our Cookie Policy.

Information Sharing & Sub-processors

AliyahTech does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share data only with vetted service providers acting on our behalf under written terms requiring confidentiality and adequate security. Current categories of sub-processors include:

• Hosting and content delivery
• Database, authentication, and serverless backend
• Transactional and newsletter email delivery
• Analytics (only if you have consented)
• Event management and ticketing platforms

A current list of named sub-processors is available on request at info@aliyahtech.org. We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of AliyahTech, our community, or others.

International Data Transfers

Personal data may be processed in Israel — which the European Commission has recognized as providing an adequate level of data protection — and in other jurisdictions where our sub-processors operate. Where data leaves the EU/EEA or UK to a country without an adequacy decision, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other lawful transfer mechanisms.

Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction — including TLS encryption in transit, access controls, least-privilege role assignment, and periodic review of our practices. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected and to meet legal obligations. Indicative retention periods:

Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request deletion ("right to be forgotten"), subject to legal obligations.
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
• Data portability where applicable.
• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
• Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time via the link in each message or at /unsubscribe.

To exercise any of these rights, contact info@aliyahtech.org. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority — in Israel, the Privacy Protection Authority (PPA); in the EU, your local data protection authority; in the UK, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

Marketing & Anti-Spam

We send marketing and community communications only with your prior opt-in consent, in line with GDPR and Israel's Spam Law (Amendment 40 to the Communications Law, 1982). Every message includes a one-click unsubscribe option, and you can withdraw consent at any time at /unsubscribe.

Children's Data

Our services are intended for adults and working professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 (or under 14 where Israeli law applies). If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party sites or services we do not operate. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. The updated policy is posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

Contact & Privacy Inquiries

For privacy questions, rights requests, or to request our current sub-processor list:

• Privacy inquiries: info@aliyahtech.org
• Website: aliyahtech.org
• Jurisdiction: State of Israel

AliyahTech has not formally appointed a Data Protection Officer at this time. A point of contact for privacy matters can be designated on request for organizations or authorities that require one.