Our policies, terms, and compliance commitments to transparency and institutional integrity.
ICIES is a private, independent, non-governmental organization. We operate autonomously and independently from any government authority, agency, or political body. Our standards and accreditations are developed through independent processes and do not represent or reflect any governmental policy or mandate. ICIES is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any government entity, educational ministry, or regulatory body unless explicitly stated.
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide when applying for accreditation, certification, or when contacting us. This includes name, organization, email, phone number, and professional information. We may also collect information about your use of our website through cookies and analytics tools.
Your information is used to process applications, manage accreditation and certification programs, communicate about our services, improve our website, and comply with legal obligations. We do not sell personal information. We may share anonymized data for research and improvement purposes.
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure servers, and restricted access to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information.
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and track website analytics. You can control cookie settings in your browser. Essential cookies are necessary for website functionality and cannot be disabled.
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@icies.org. We will respond to requests within 30 days.
By accessing and using the ICIES website, you agree to comply with these terms and conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this website. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time.
All content on the ICIES website, including standards documents, accreditation information, registry data, logos, and text, is the intellectual property of ICIES or our licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or transmit any content without express written permission. Unauthorized use is prohibited and may result in legal action.
You agree not to use this website for unlawful purposes or in violation of any applicable laws. You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access, disrupt service, or engage in any form of abuse. ICIES reserves the right to terminate access for violating these terms.
ICIES provides this website on an "as is" basis. We make no warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content. To the maximum extent permitted by law, ICIES is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website.
Any disputes arising from these terms will be governed by applicable law. Both parties agree to attempt resolution through good faith negotiation before pursuing legal action. Disputes may be subject to binding arbitration.
ICIES maintains strict conflict of interest policies to ensure independence and integrity in all accreditation and certification decisions. Committee members, auditors, and staff must disclose any conflicts. Individuals with material conflicts are recused from relevant decisions. We maintain detailed records of conflicts and disclosures to ensure transparency and accountability.
ICIES complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for individuals in the European Union. We only process personal data with lawful basis. You have rights including data portability, erasure, and objection to processing.
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Accreditation records are retained for 10 years. You may request deletion of your data, except where legal obligations require retention.
Data may be transferred internationally to ICIES offices and partners. We implement Standard Contractual Clauses and other mechanisms to ensure adequate protection under GDPR and applicable laws.
All ICIES certified professionals must adhere to our Code of Conduct emphasizing integrity, competence, responsibility, and transparency. Violations may result in credential suspension or revocation. We investigate complaints and maintain fair procedures for all parties.
January 9, 2026
For questions about our policies, contact us at legal@icies.org or use our contact form.