Privacy Policy

The Connecticut Association of Optometrists (CAO) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide when you visit www.cteyes.org or interact with our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Membership information
Event registration details
Payment information (processed securely through our payment providers)

We may also collect limited non-personal information, such as browser type, device information, IP address, and website usage statistics to help improve our website and services.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process memberships and event registrations
Communicate about membership benefits, events, and association news
Respond to inquiries
Send newsletters and other requested communications
Improve our website and member services
Comply with legal obligations

SMS Text Messaging

If you choose to opt in to receive text messages from the Connecticut Association of Optometrists, we will use your mobile number only for the communications you have agreed to receive.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

View the SMS Terms & Conditions

Information Sharing

The Connecticut Association of Optometrists does not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, managing memberships, or providing services on our behalf. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they perform.

We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Connecticut Association of Optometrists, our members, or others.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.