Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Humanitarian Technology Alliance (HTA) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information submitted through our website, in accordance with Swiss data protection law and applicable international standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).


2. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

  • Personal identification data (such as name, email address, organisation)

  • Information submitted through contact or enquiry forms

  • Technical data (such as IP address, browser type, and usage data)

  • Communication records


3. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used solely for the following purposes:

  • Responding to enquiries and communications

  • Managing engagement with humanitarian organisations, funders, and innovators

  • Reviewing Expressions of Interest (EOI) submissions

  • Improving website functionality and user experience

  • Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not use your data for commercial marketing purposes.


4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

  • Legitimate interest (for communication and institutional engagement)

  • Consent (where applicable, such as form submissions)

  • Legal obligations under Swiss and international regulations


5. Data Sharing

HTA does not sell, trade, or rent personal data.

Data may be shared only when necessary with:

  • Relevant institutional partners involved in pilot coordination

  • Service providers supporting website operations (under strict confidentiality)

  • Authorities, if required by law


6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.


7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.


8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests can be submitted via the contact details below.


9. Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies and basic analytics tools to improve performance and user experience.

You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.


10. Contact

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Humanitarian Technology Alliance (HTA)
Geneva, Switzerland


11. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal or operational requirements.

The latest version will always be available on this page.