Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:

Personal Information

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Graduation year, department, and student ID
• Professional information (current employer, job title)
• Mailing address and contact preferences
• Payment information (processed securely through SSLCOMMERZ)

Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website and search terms used
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services
• To process membership applications and event registrations
• To communicate with you about events, news, and updates
• To facilitate networking and connections between alumni
• To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
• To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
• To send newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With other alumni: Basic profile information may be visible to other verified members
• With service providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating our website and services
• With AUST: We may share aggregate data with the university for institutional purposes
• For legal compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights
• With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Secure payment processing through SSLCOMMERZ
• Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Data portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Restriction: Limit how we process your information

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit certain features of our website.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us: