Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 28, 2026

The National Security Investment Consultant Institute (“NSIC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, register for events, apply for membership, subscribe to communications, or otherwise interact with NSIC. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including your name, email address, phone number, company or organization, mailing address, event registration details, membership application information, payment and billing information, and communication preferences. We may also collect non-personal information automatically, including browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and referring URLs to improve website performance and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to provide NSIC membership services and resources, process event registrations and applications, send confirmations and administrative communications, deliver educational content and organizational announcements, respond to inquiries, improve our website and services, maintain security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

NSIC does not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. We may share limited information only when necessary to process payments through secure payment providers, deliver email or SMS communications through messaging platforms, provide website hosting and data storage services, or comply with legal obligations. All service providers are required to safeguard your information and may use it only to perform services on behalf of NSIC.

SMS Communications

When you provide your mobile phone number and opt in to receive SMS communications from NSIC, you consent to receive informational and promotional text messages related to NSIC events, membership updates, and educational content. Mobile numbers and SMS consent or opt-in data are used solely for NSIC communications and are not shared, sold, or disclosed to third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. Message frequency will vary based on your interaction with NSIC but typically will not exceed four messages per month unless you request additional communications. Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier plan. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any NSIC message. For assistance, reply HELP.

All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the Text Message services.

Email Communications

You may opt out of email communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in our emails. Administrative or transactional messages related to membership or event participation may still be sent when necessary to fulfill services you have requested.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, analyze site traffic, and improve site performance. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website features may not function properly.

Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. NSIC is not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies when visiting third-party platforms.

Children’s Privacy

NSIC services are not directed toward children under thirteen years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Your Rights and Choices

You may request access to your personal information, request updates or corrections, withdraw consent for communications, or request deletion of your data where legally permissible. Requests may be submitted to info@nsic.org.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact the National Security Investment Consultant Institute at info@nsic.org or visit https://nsic.org