Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 1, 2023

The National Book Access Association (NBAA), operating in collaboration with First Book, is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how NBAA collects, uses, stores, and protects your data when you interact with our website, services, and communications. By accessing or using NBAA's services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information Collection and Use:

a. NBAA may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, phone number, and organization, when you voluntarily provide it to us through our website, registration forms, surveys, or other means.

b. NBAA will only use the personal information you provide for the purpose for which it was collected, such as sending updates, delivering requested services, responding to inquiries, or providing information about NBAA activities, events, and opportunities.

c. NBAA will not sell, rent, or disclose your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent, unless required by law or as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Data Security:

a. NBAA implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction.

b. NBAA employs industry-standard security practices to safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of your personal information. However, no data transmission or storage method is entirely secure, and NBAA cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

a. NBAA may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, customize content, and collect information about how you interact with our website.

b. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that enable us to recognize your browser and remember certain information.

c. You have the option to disable or manage cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality and user experience of our website.

Third-Party Websites:

a. NBAA's website and communications may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not under our control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites.

b. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites or services you visit.

Data Retention and Deletion:

a. NBAA will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and as required by law.

b. You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information held by NBAA. To do so, please contact us at hello@nationalbookaccess.org.

c. NBAA will make reasonable efforts to promptly delete your personal information, unless retention is necessary to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

Children's Privacy:

a. NBAA's services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental consent. If you believe we have unintentionally collected personal information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to this Privacy Policy:

a. NBAA reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on our website.

b. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates or changes.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the use of your personal information, please contact us at hello@nationalbookaccess.org.

By using NBAA's services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

SMS Messaging Rules and Terms

Effective Date: August 1, 2023

The following rules and terms govern the use of SMS messaging services provided by the National Book Access Association (NBAA) in collaboration with First Book. By opting in to receive SMS messages from NBAA, you acknowledge and agree to comply with these rules and terms. If you do not agree with any part of these rules and terms, please do not opt in to receive SMS messages.

Opting In:

a. By providing your mobile number and opting in to receive SMS messages, you consent to receive text messages from NBAA related to book access, association updates, events, promotions, and other relevant information.

b. You must be 18 years of age or have obtained parental consent to opt in to receive SMS messages.

Message Frequency:

a. Message frequency may vary and is dependent on the number of updates and communications NBAA deems necessary to send.

b. You may receive recurring SMS messages from NBAA unless and until you opt out of the service.

Message Content:

a. SMS messages may include but are not limited to association updates, event invitations, promotional offers, volunteer opportunities, industry news, and relevant announcements.

b. NBAA reserves the right to modify the content and frequency of SMS messages at its discretion.

Message Delivery:

a. NBAA and its SMS service provider(s) will make commercially reasonable efforts to ensure timely delivery of SMS messages. However, NBAA does not guarantee the delivery or timeliness of SMS messages and shall not be held responsible for any delays or failures in message delivery.

b. Standard message and data rates may apply. Please check with your mobile service provider for details.

Opting Out:

a. To stop receiving SMS messages from NBAA, you can opt out at any time by replying to a received message with the keyword "STOP."

b. After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from NBAA, but you may continue to receive non-SMS communications from NBAA based on your other communication preferences.

Privacy and Data Usage:

a. NBAA respects your privacy and will handle your personal information in accordance with its Privacy Policy. By opting in to receive SMS messages, you acknowledge and agree to the collection, use, and storage of your personal information for SMS messaging purposes.

b. NBAA will not sell or distribute your mobile number or personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Support and Assistance:

a. For support, assistance, or further information regarding SMS messaging, please contact NBAA by email at hello@nationalbookaccess.org.

Amendments and Modifications:

a. NBAA reserves the right to amend, modify, or update these SMS Messaging Rules and Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the updated rules and terms on the NBAA website or through other appropriate means of communication.

By opting in to receive SMS messages from NBAA, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these rules and terms governing SMS messaging.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these rules and terms, please contact NBAA at hello@nationalbookaccess.org.

Thank you for supporting the National Book Access Association and your commitment to promoting book access for all.