Welcome to UMBlast! Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you access or use our platform at umblast.com (“Platform”).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use UMBlast:
a. Personal Information
Account Details: When you sign up, we may collect your name, email address, student ID, and other information necessary to verify your identity as a Universiti Malaya student.
Profile Data: Information you voluntarily provide, such as your interests, resumes, and preferences, to personalize your recommendations.
b. Usage Data
Information about how you interact with our Platform, including pages visited, events viewed, and time spent on the site.
c. Device and Technical Data
Information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers to enhance Platform functionality and security.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide and improve the functionality of UMBlast, including our AI recommendation system.
Personalize event suggestions based on your preferences and activity history.
Facilitate communication about campus events and activities.
Ensure the security and proper functioning of our Platform.
Comply with legal requirements and enforce our Terms of Service.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information with:
Student Organizations at Universiti Malaya: To facilitate event participation and communication.
Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our Platform (e.g., hosting services, analytics).
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, users, or Platform.
4. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:
Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal data.
Data Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of personalized recommendations or promotional communications.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
UMBlast uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site usage. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
8. Children’s Privacy
UMBlast is intended for use by students of Universiti Malaya and is not directed to children under the age of 13.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at: Email: info@umblast.com
