Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

UASU-TUM, the University Academic Staff Union, Technical University of Mombasa Chapter, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information that may be collected through this website.

This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, stored, protected, and disclosed when you access or use the UASU-TUM website.

2. Information We Collect

Depending on the services you use, the website may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name and other basic identification information.
• Email address and contact information.
• Membership-related information.
• Information submitted through inquiries or forms.
• Information provided when communicating with UASU-TUM.

The website may also automatically collect limited technical information such as browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and general usage information for security, troubleshooting, and website improvement purposes.

3. How We Use Information

Information collected through the website may be used for legitimate UASU-TUM activities and services, including:

• Managing membership and user accounts.
• Responding to inquiries and requests.
• Providing relevant union services and information.
• Communicating announcements, notices, and updates.
• Managing website security and preventing misuse.
• Improving website functionality and user experience.
• Maintaining appropriate administrative records.

4. Membership and Account Information

Where users create an account or provide membership information, the information supplied should be accurate and kept up to date.

Users are responsible for protecting their account credentials and should notify UASU-TUM if they suspect unauthorized access to their account.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

The website may use cookies and similar technologies necessary for website functionality, authentication, security, preferences, and performance.

Some cookies may be essential for the website to operate correctly. Depending on browser settings and the technologies used by the website, users may be able to control or restrict cookies through their browser.

6. Information Sharing

UASU-TUM does not sell personal information to third parties.

Personal information may only be shared where reasonably necessary for legitimate union activities, provision of requested services, operation of the website, compliance with applicable law, protection of rights and security, or where the user has otherwise authorized such sharing.

7. Third-Party Services and Links

The website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or external services. These services operate under their own terms and privacy policies.

UASU-TUM is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, security, or availability of third-party websites and services.

8. Social Media

UASU-TUM may publish selected website content through official social media platforms, including X and other platforms used by the Union.

When interacting with UASU-TUM through a third-party social media platform, your use of that platform is also subject to the platform's own privacy policy and terms of service.

9. Data Security

UASU-TUM takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect information held by the website against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

10. Data Retention

Personal information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to provide services, maintain appropriate records, fulfil legitimate organizational purposes, resolve disputes, maintain security, or comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

11. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law, individuals may have rights relating to their personal information, including the right to request access to, correction of, or appropriate handling of their personal information.

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