Last updated: September 6, 2026
The Institute for American Manufacturing & Technology (“the Institute,” “we,” or “us”) is an Idaho nonprofit corporation recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN 42-2716768). This Privacy Policy describes how iamtpolicy.org collects, uses, and protects information about visitors and members of the public who interact with our website and services.
Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to the public website at iamtpolicy.org. It does not cover network.iamtpolicy.org (the IAMT Network), which is governed by separate terms provided to members at the time of application and membership.
Information We Collect
Information you provide directly
The Institute collects information you choose to provide when you contact us by email (for example, at contact@iamtpolicy.org), subscribe to our publications, or apply for membership in the IAMT Network through a linked application process. Information you may provide includes your name, email address, professional affiliation, and the contents of any messages or applications you send.
Information collected automatically
When you visit iamtpolicy.org, our servers and analytics providers automatically collect standard web traffic information, which may include your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring page, pages visited, time and date of visit, and approximate geographic region. This information is used in aggregate to understand how the site is used and to improve the quality of our publications and services.
Cookies and similar technologies
The site uses cookies and similar technologies to support basic site functionality, remember preferences, and measure usage. You can disable cookies through your browser settings; some site features may not function correctly with cookies disabled.
How We Use Information
The Institute uses information collected through this site to:
- Respond to inquiries and provide information you request
- Distribute publications, briefs, and updates to subscribers
- Review and process applications to the IAMT Network
- Understand site traffic patterns and improve our content and services
- Protect the security and integrity of our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests
Third-Party Services
The site uses the following third-party services that may receive or process information about your visit:
- Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager: for measurement of site traffic and content engagement. Governed by Google’s privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy.
- Hostinger: our hosting provider, which processes server-side technical information necessary to deliver the website.
- Email delivery providers: to send subscription emails and respond to inquiries.
The Institute does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their independent marketing purposes.
Information Sharing
The Institute may share information when required to do so by law, in response to valid legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Institute, its members, or the public. The Institute may also share aggregated, non-identifying information about site usage with funders, partners, or in published research.
Data Retention
The Institute retains information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Specific retention periods vary based on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.
Your Choices
You can:
- Unsubscribe from publications and updates using the unsubscribe link in any email we send
- Request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you by emailing contact@iamtpolicy.org
- Configure your browser to block or limit cookies
- Opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
Children’s Privacy
The Institute’s services are not directed to children under the age of thirteen, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under thirteen. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
Security
The Institute takes reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information in our custody against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is fully secure, however, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Policy
The Institute may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal obligations. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, provide additional notice on the site.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy or how the Institute handles information should be directed to:
Institute for American Manufacturing & Technology
Idaho nonprofit corporation, 501(c)(3) public charity, EIN 42-2716768
Email: contact@iamtpolicy.org