Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 1, 2026

The Floating Institute (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information.

1) Who We Are

The Floating Institute operates this website (the “Site”).

 

2) Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We collect information you submit through forms or communications, including:

  • Name, email, phone number, organization, role

  • Messages and inquiry details

  • Event registrations and newsletter preferences

  • Any other information you choose to provide

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Site, we may collect:

  • IP address, browser type, device information

  • Pages viewed, time spent, referring pages

  • Approximate location (city or region)

  • Cookie and tracking data (see Section 6)

C. Payments and Donations (If Applicable)

If you make a payment or donation, a third-party processor handles payment details.
We may receive confirmation and limited transaction information.

 

3) How We Use Information

We use information to:

  • Provide and improve the Site and our services

  • Respond to requests and communicate with you

  • Deliver newsletters, research updates, and program information

  • Manage registrations, applications, or participation in programs

  • Understand Site usage and improve content and performance

  • Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats

  • Comply with legal obligations

 

4) Legal Bases for Processing

We process information based on one or more of the following:

  • Your consent (e.g., newsletters)

  • Contractual necessity (e.g., registrations)

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., Site security, analytics)

  • Legal compliance obligations

 

5) How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information.
We may share information with:

A. Service Providers

Vendors who help run the Site and operations, such as:

  • Web hosting and infrastructure

  • Analytics and performance tools

  • Email and communications platforms

  • Form and CRM tools

  • Event management tools

They may access information only to perform services for us.

B. Legal and Security Needs

We may disclose information if required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal process

  • Protect rights, safety, and property

  • Investigate fraud or security issues

C. Business Transfers

If we undergo a reorganization, merger, or asset transfer, information may transfer.
We will take reasonable steps to protect data during such changes.

 

6) Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Site functionality and preferences

  • Analytics and performance measurement

  • Security and abuse prevention

You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

 

7) Email Communications

If you subscribe, we may send newsletters and updates.
You can unsubscribe using the link in any email.
Transactional emails may still occur (e.g., confirmations, replies to inquiries).

 

8) Data Retention

We keep information only as long as needed for:

  • The purposes described in this policy

  • Legal, accounting, or reporting requirements

  • Security and dispute resolution

 

9) Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards.
No system offers perfect security, so use the Site at your own risk.

 

10) Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Delete information (with certain exceptions)

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)

  • Receive a copy of your data (data portability)

To request any of these, email [privacy@floating.institute].
We may verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

 

11) Children’s Privacy

The Site does not target children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
If you believe a child provided information, contact us to remove it.

 

12) International Visitors

If you access the Site from outside the United States, your information may transfer to and process in the United States or other jurisdictions where we or our providers operate.

 

13) Third-Party Links

The Site may link to third-party websites.
We do not control their privacy practices.
Review their policies before providing information.

 

14) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
We will update the “Last Updated” date when changes occur.
Material changes may also be posted prominently on the Site.