Privacy Policy

What is the Privacy Policy?

Leading the Pack – Oketz Unit Alumni Association (R.A.), a registered association, registration number 580447415 (“the Association” or “we”), respects the privacy of users of the Association’s website, operating at www.oketzfoundation.org and at any other address at the Association’s discretion (“the Website”). We are committed to protecting and safeguarding the privacy of Website users (“you” or the “User”).

This Privacy Policy (“the Policy”) applies to all services on the Website (“Website Services”). Its purpose is to inform you of how we collect, manage, and use personal information that you provide through the Website or that we collect during your use of the Website. You should exercise caution and judgment when providing personal information that may identify you or others.

The Policy also explains how you may contact us about any matter concerning privacy. The Policy forms an integral part of the Website’s Terms of Use and is intended to provide you with information about our privacy practices before you decide to provide us with personal information.

This Policy is written in the masculine form for convenience only and applies equally to all genders. Any reference in singular also applies to plural, as applicable.

“Personal Information” in this Policy means any data or information relating to an identified person or to a person who can reasonably be identified, such as your full name, email address, telephone numbers, information about your service in the Oketz Unit, and any other details requested through our registration forms or provided in any other manner.

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Providing Personal Information to the Association

General use of the Website and viewing its content does not require registration or submission of personal details. However, certain sections—such as membership forms, responses to job postings, and other digital services—may require you to provide identifying information, such as full name, phone number, active email address, and other details as needed. Mandatory fields will usually be clearly marked.

Examples of cases where we may ask you for personal information include (but are not limited to):

• Registration for unit alumni: Completing the registration form for Association membership requires providing your full name, phone number, military ID, gender, personal ID number, email, home address, date of birth, enlistment and discharge dates, platoon, team, and the name of your bootcamp commander. You may also provide information about your workplace, job title, and academic degrees.
• Registration as a Friend of the Association: Requires your full name, phone number, email, and your connection to the unit or the Association. You may also provide your home address.
• Job applications: If you respond to job postings, we may collect identification details, contact information, and professional background (such as CVs and references) in order to assess your candidacy.
• Contacting us: If you reach out for any purpose, we may collect identification and contact details, as well as basic information about the nature of your inquiry.
  

You are not legally obligated to provide personal information. Supplying it is voluntary, but in order to use Website Services effectively, or to complete registration or requested actions, you may need to provide such information. Providing false or incomplete information may prevent completion of the requested action, reduce service quality, or hinder our ability to contact you when necessary.

If you provide us with personal information about third parties, you must inform them that you are sharing their details with the Association and confirm that you obtained their explicit, informed consent.

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Information We Collect When You Use the Website

When you use the Website, we may collect information about your usage patterns, including: content you viewed, pages visited, search queries, services and sections you engaged with, frequency of use, device location, IP address, operating system, and device type.

The Association may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to collect and analyze this data in connection with Website Services.

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How We Use Personal Information

The Association will use the information you provide, as well as information collected during your use of the Website, in accordance with this Policy and as permitted by law, for purposes such as:

• Allowing you to use Website Services, content, and features;
• Identifying or verifying you when you contact us;
• Completing requested actions such as membership registration (alumni or Friend of the Association);
• Improving Website services and content, creating new features, or modifying/removing existing ones. Most such information will be statistical and non-identifiable;
• Updating and improving Association databases;
• Personalizing Website Services where possible;
• Sending you information, updates, marketing content, surveys, newsletters, and promotional materials. Such messages may be sent by email, SMS, or other electronic means and will only be sent if you provided explicit consent;
• Contacting you when necessary or in response to your inquiries;
• Ensuring proper technical operation and development of the Website, including support;
• Enforcing the Binding Documents, complying with applicable law, or cooperating with authorities when required in good faith;
• Any other purpose specified in this Policy or in the Terms of Use.

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Sharing Your Personal Information

Personal information you provide or that we collect will not be shared, sold, or disclosed to third parties without your consent, except in these cases:

• Where necessary for proper Website operation—we may share personal information with service providers or subcontractors who support Website or Association operations. They may process your data only as required and must follow our instructions and maintain confidentiality.
• If you breach the Terms of Use or act unlawfully via the Website.
• If ordered by court ruling or legal authority.
• In case of legal claims, disputes, or proceedings between you and the Association.
• If necessary to prevent serious harm to you, others, or property.
• If the Association undergoes structural or organizational changes, including merger or transfer of activities, provided the receiving entity assumes the obligations of this Policy.
• At your explicit request.

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Where Information is Stored

Personal information is stored in the Association’s databases, hosted by external service providers, which may be located outside Israel. Information may also be collected and stored by third-party analytics or service companies, also possibly outside Israel. By agreeing to this Policy, you consent to such storage and transfer.

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Information Security

We place great importance on protecting information. We use systems, applications, and procedures to safeguard against theft, loss, damage, or unauthorized access. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection. By using the Website, you acknowledge and accept these limitations.

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Cookies

We use cookies on the Website. Cookies are text files created by your browser at our request. Some expire when you close the browser (session cookies), others remain stored on your device (persistent cookies). Cookies may contain information about pages you viewed, time spent on the Website, where you came from, preferences, and more.

You may adjust your browser/device settings to block or remove cookies. Some cookies are set by the Association (first-party cookies), others by third parties (third-party cookies).

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Databases

You agree that personal information you provide, or that we collect about you, may be stored in Association databases for purposes such as: Association management, communications with stakeholders and the public, data improvement, marketing and statistical analysis, direct mailing, offering content/services, and lawful sharing with third parties as described in this Policy.

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Social Media

The Website links to the Association’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, etc.). These platforms are operated by third-party international companies and subject to their own terms and privacy policies. Use of them is at your own risk.

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Right to Access and Correct Information

Under the Privacy Protection Law, you may access personal information held about you, either personally or through an authorized representative. If the data is incorrect, incomplete, unclear, or outdated, you may request correction or deletion. If refused, you may appeal under applicable regulations.

If the information is used for direct mailing based on your inclusion in a defined group, you may request in writing that such information be deleted from databases.

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Privacy of Minors

We are committed to protecting all users, especially minors. We encourage parents/legal guardians to take an active role in their children’s online activity. We do not knowingly collect personal information from users under 18 without parental/guardian consent.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time, as with the Terms of Use. If significant changes occur, we will publish notice on the Website homepage or contact you via the details you provided (if any). Changes required by law or authorities will take effect as prescribed.

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Contact Us / Report a Privacy Concern

If you believe your privacy has been violated while using the Website, or if you have any questions, suggestions, or complaints regarding this Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us via the Website’s forms or any of the following:

Email: contact@oketzfoundation.org

Mail: Leading the Pack – Oketz Unit Alumni Association, 1 University Street, Herzliya 4634865.

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