Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Salahaddin University-Erbil (SUE) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, safeguard, and share your personal information when you visit our website or use our services. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect various types of information, including but not limited to:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details provided during registration.
- Non-Personal Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing habits.
- Academic Information: Student ID, course enrollment, grades, and other academic records.
- Cookies and Tracking Data: Information about your preferences and usage patterns on our website.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Providing Services: To process your requests, manage your account, and provide educational services.
- Communication: To send you important updates, newsletters, and other information related to the university.
- Improvement of Services: To analyze how our website is used, improve the user experience, and enhance the content and services we offer.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements and protect the rights and safety of the university and its community.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
- With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Salahaddin University-Erbil, our users, or others.
5. Security of Your Information
We take reasonable steps to secure your personally identifiable information against unauthorized access or disclosure. We encrypt transmission of data on pages where you provide payment information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request the deletion of your personal data, and we will remove it promptly. However, we may retain non-personal data indefinitely, such as assignment-related data and teacher feedback.
8. Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we can promptly obtain parental consent or remove the information.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any linked websites you visit.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Salahaddin University-Erbil reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website. Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.
11. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information, as well as the right to withdraw your consent to the processing of your data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Salahaddin University-Erbil
Zanko Street
Email: [email protected]
Support Team: [email protected]