Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/20/2025

At CQRA, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you provide us. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, where it is stored, how it is protected, and your rights regarding the information we collect. By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this policy.

What Data is Collected

We collect the following personal information when you create an account or interact with our services:

• Email Address: Used for account creation, verification, and communication purposes.
• First and Last Name: Used to verify your identity and associate your account with the ham radio community.
• Callsign: Used to verify your identity within the ham radio community and to associate it with your account.
• Optional Birthday: Collected only if provided by the user, and used to verify your eligibility for services (if applicable).

Why the Data is Collected

The data is collected primarily for the following purposes:

• Account Creation and Verification: To verify your identity and ensure compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license system and other regulatory requirements.
• Account and Service Management: To manage your account, maintain your profile, and provide you with access to the services and features offered on the CQRA platform.

How the Data is Used

The personal information we collect will be used exclusively for the following purposes:

• Verification Process: Your information will be used to verify your account as part of the creation and validation process.
• Account Association: The data collected will be stored and associated with your account for identification purposes and service delivery. This includes associating your email, name, and callsign with your account.

Where the Data is Stored

Your personal data will be securely stored in Oracle data centers located in Chicago, IL. These data centers provide high-level security and compliance with industry standards.

How the Data is Protected

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. The data is stored in an encrypted, password-protected database that is accessible only to authorized personnel who require access to maintain CQRA services. We implement industry-standard security practices to safeguard your information.

How Long the Data is Kept

Your personal data will be retained only as long as your account remains active or until it is deleted. Once your account is deleted or terminated, either upon your request or due to a breach of our terms, your data will be removed from our systems. We do not retain any personal data once your account is deleted.

Opt-out Policy

Users are not obligated to create an account on CQRA. If you choose not to create an account, no personal data will be collected, and you may choose not to use our services at any time. If you do create an account and later wish to opt out, you can request the deletion of your account and all associated data by contacting us at [email protected].

Identity of the Website Owner

The CQRA website and services are provided by CQRA, a crowd-based networking service platform. You can contact us with any privacy-related inquiries or requests at the following email address: [email protected].

Legally Binding

This Privacy Policy is legally binding. By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy, and you agree to its terms. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, you should not use our services.