What Information Does NAFSA Collect?
Most data NAFSA collects are used only to help NAFSA better serve its members. It is our general policy to collect and store only information that our members and visitors knowingly provide.
To gain access to certain resources and personalization features on the NAFSA website, members and other visitors are asked to register and provide general contact information. These data are submitted voluntarily.
Users may request that NAFSA refrain from disclosing to third parties the data it collects on its membership application form or any other form on which users are providing information. Users can opt-out in the Settings section of their NAFSA Passport account.
How Does NAFSA Use Data Collected?
Generally, NAFSA uses data collected to improve its own web content; to respond to members' interests, needs and preferences; and to develop new products and services. NAFSA reports donor information as required by federal, state, and local laws.
When members or visitors provide credit card account information to NAFSA or its agents (publishing house, registration processing company, etc.), NAFSA submits the information needed to obtain payment to the appropriate financial institution. NAFSA does not further disclose credit card account information obtained from members or visitors.