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Privacy Policy

American Board of Podiatric Medicine

PRIVACY Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

 

The American Board of Podiatric Medicine is committed to respecting the privacy of individuals who interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained through our websites, applications, and related services (collectively, the “Services”), whether collected online or offline.

 

By accessing or using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with its terms, please do not use the Services.

 

This Privacy Policy should be read in conjunction with our Terms of Use and any applicable Data Use Policy.

 

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Depending on how you interact with ABPM, we may collect information that identifies you or relates to you, including:

  • Contact and professional information
  • Account, examination, certification, or verification information
  • Payment and billing information
  • Communications you send to us
  • Information voluntarily submitted in connection with ABPM services
  • Website usage and technical data

 

We may also receive information from third parties involved in podiatric medical education, training, examination, or credentialing processes. We limit data collection and processing to what is reasonably necessary and proportionate for the disclosed purposes.

HOW WE USE INFORMATION

We use collected information to:

  • Administer certification and verification services
  • Maintain records and accounts
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Provide operational and administrative communications
  • Improve our Services
  • Fulfill legal and governance obligations

COOKIES AND ANALYTICS

Our websites use cookies and similar technologies to support functionality and analyze usage. Session-based cookies expire when your browser closes. You may manage cookies through browser settings.

DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

We may share information with service providers, partners involved in certification activities, during organizational changes, or to comply with legal obligations. We do not sell personal information.

DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal information. No transmission method is completely secure.

DATA RETENTION

Information is retained as necessary to support operations and legal obligations.

INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Our Services are operated from the United States. By using the Services, you consent to the transfer and processing of information in the United States.

CHILDREN’S INFORMATION

Our Services are not intended for children under 13.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS

We are not responsible for third-party websites linked through our Services.

SESSION MONITORING

We may use tools to understand how users interact with our websites.

COMMUNICATION CHOICES

You may opt out of non-essential communications.

UPDATES

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically.

CONTACT INFORMATION

American Board of Podiatric Medicine

5015 Campuswood Drive, Suite 206

East Syracuse, NY 13057