Compliance with Data Protection Regulations

Description:

This statement explains what information is collected from users, how it is collected, and for what purposes it is used. It also describes how the University of Kurdistan uses and protects user information.

The University of Kurdistan is committed to ensuring the privacy and protection of personal data. However, the university’s obligations and responsibilities are limited to its technical capabilities and available resources. The university shall not be held responsible for criminal activities, unforeseen incidents, or events that are not directly attributable to its actions.

This policy may be updated in the future. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed about any changes.

Information We Collect:

In order to use the university website and its services, certain personal information may be collected. This information is used to provide services, maintain service quality, and generate general usage statistics.

The collected information may include:

• Personal Identification Information: such as email address, full name, national ID number, phone number, home and work address, father’s name, mobile number, company name, national registration number, date of birth, educational qualifications, and student ID.

• Hardware Information: such as computer specifications and related equipment details.

• Software and Technical Information: including operating system, software used, IP address, browser type, access time, and referring website addresses.

Use of Information:

The University of Kurdistan uses collected information to better understand user needs and improve services. The information may be used for:

• Creating databases of users or partners

• Improving services and service delivery methods

• Providing new features, special offers, or relevant information

• Integration and use within various university systems

Please note that if you voluntarily disclose sensitive personal information through the university platform, this information may be accessible to others. The university does not monitor private online communications.

Website Content:

The University of Kurdistan website includes multiple systems designed to provide services, share organizational information, and improve service delivery to the public, faculty members, staff (active or retired), and students.

Intellectual Property and Publication Rights:

This portal and all its content are the intellectual property of the University of Kurdistan under the laws of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Any reproduction, redistribution, publication, or printing of all or part of the content is permitted only with proper citation of the source, unless a valid written agreement has been issued by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology.

No names, logos, or trademarks are used for advertising purposes. Any such elements, if present, are solely intended to represent services or products related to the University or its affiliated entities.

Information Security:

The University of Kurdistan protects personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Personal data stored on university servers is maintained in a controlled and secure environment.

When sensitive information (such as credit card details) is transmitted to other websites, it is protected through encryption technologies such as SSL protocols.

External Links:

The university portal contains links to other institutions, universities, and organizations, all operating within the laws of the Islamic Republic of Iran. When users access these external links, they leave the University of Kurdistan portal. Therefore, responsibility for content control and privacy protection lies with the respective external websites.

Contact Information:

The University of Kurdistan welcomes feedback regarding this Privacy Statement. For any comments, suggestions, or inquiries, please contact:

Email: Admin@uok.ac.ir