PRIVACY POLICY

Transformation Management Institute™
Last updated: November 2025

1. Purpose of This Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how the Transformation Management Institute™ (“TMI,” “we,” “our,” or “the Institute”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information.

TMI is an open-access scientific research institute. We collect minimal data and do not sell, rent, or monetize personal information.

2. Information We Collect

TMI collects only the information necessary to operate a research website and communicate with individuals who request updates.

Information you voluntarily provide

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Professional or academic affiliation (optional)

  • Messages submitted through contact or inquiry forms

  • Newsletter signup information

Automatically collected data

Through Squarespace, Google Analytics, and standard web logs, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Referring URLs

  • General location (city-level only)

  • Pages visited and site interactions

This data is used only for analytics and site improvement.

3. How We Use Your Information

TMI uses personal information solely for:

  • Responding to inquiries

  • Sending research updates when requested

  • Managing newsletter subscriptions

  • Understanding site usage and improving content

  • Maintaining security and preventing abuse

We do not use personal information for advertising, profiling, or resale.

4. Information We Do Not Collect

TMI does not collect:

  • Payment information

  • Sensitive personal data (health, race, political opinions, etc.)

  • Student records

  • Behavioral tracking across other websites

  • Biometric or location-tracking data

We intentionally operate with minimal data to preserve privacy and trust.

5. Sharing of Information

TMI does not share, sell, trade, or license personal information to third parties.

Information may be shared only under these limited conditions:

  • Service providers (Squarespace, Google Analytics) who facilitate the function of the website

  • Legal requirements (if compelled by law enforcement with valid documentation)

Service providers are prohibited from using your data for any purpose beyond operating their service.

6. Cookies & Analytics

TMI uses standard cookies via Squarespace and Google Analytics for:

  • Basic site performance

  • Anonymous usage analytics

  • Visit metrics

We do not use cookies for advertising, behavioral tracking, or cross-site profiling.

7. Data Storage & Security

TMI uses industry-standard security practices and platform-level protections provided by:

  • Squarespace (hosting + form storage)

  • Google (analytics)

We retain email addresses only for individuals who voluntarily sign up for updates.

You may request deletion at any time.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your stored information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Opt out of communications

  • Request clarification about how your data is used

To request any of the above, contact: research@3ETMI.org

9. Data Retention

TMI retains personal information only as long as needed to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Maintain newsletter subscriptions

  • Operate the website

If you request deletion, we remove your information promptly.

10. International Visitors

TMI is based in the United States.
If you visit from outside the U.S., your data may be processed and stored in U.S. systems.

11. Changes to This Policy

TMI may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in:

  • Legal requirements

  • Website functionality

  • Research institute practices

The “Last updated” date will always be displayed at the top.

12. Contact Us

For privacy questions, deletion requests, or clarifications:
📧 research@3ETMI.org