Privacy statement

Data controller

The Wilderness Guides Association is responsible for the processing of personal data as described in this Privacy Statement.

Personal data is handled with care and processed only for legitimate organizational, professional and administrative purposes.

What personal data we collect

Depending on your interaction with the WGA, we may collect the following types of personal data:

• Name and contact details (such as email address)
• Professional information related to guiding, training or accreditation
• Membership or application-related information
• Communication exchanged with the WGA

The WGA does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless this is strictly necessary and legally permitted.

Purpose of data processing

Personal data is processed for the following purposes:

• Membership administration and communication
• Processing applications, certifications and accreditations
• Organizational communication and governance
• Maintaining professional standards and records

Data is never used for commercial marketing purposes or sold to third parties.

Data sharing with third parties

Personal data is not shared with third parties unless this is necessary for the functioning of the association or required by law.

Where external service providers are used (for example for hosting or communication), appropriate data protection agreements are in place.

Data retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by legal or regulatory obligations.

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

Your rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data where applicable
• Object to or restrict certain types of processing

Requests regarding personal data can be submitted via the WGA contact channels.