Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how the Pala Marathon (organized by Lions Clubs International District 318B, St. Thomas College, Pala, and Engineers' Forum, Pala) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you register for the event or interact with our website (palamarathon.efpala.org).

Information Collection

We collect personal information provided directly by you during event registration, including your name, contact details, date of birth, and emergency contact information. Additional information such as your preferred marathon category may also be collected to enhance your event experience.

Use of Information

The information we collect is used solely for organizing the marathon event, including processing registrations, assigning bib numbers, and contacting participants regarding event updates. We may also use your information for internal analysis and to improve future events.

By registering, you consent to receiving occasional communications from us about this and future events related to the Pala Marathon.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except as necessary to conduct the event, such as sharing participant lists with timing partners or emergency response teams. All third parties involved in the event are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with this policy.

Data Security

We prioritize the security of your personal information. Our website and event management systems implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and gather usage statistics. Cookies are small data files that your browser stores on your device. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect certain functionalities of our website.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information held by us. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@palamarathon.org. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review our policy periodically.