Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1-Oct-2024

At Quaid-e-Azam Medical College Bahawalpur Alumni Association (“QAMC Alumni”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [insert website URL], and participate in our alumni activities.

Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your data.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you when you:

  • Register as an alumni member
  • Update your profile information
  • Participate in events or activities
  • Subscribe to newsletters
  • Communicate with us via the website or other means

 

The types of personal information we may collect include:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, gender, date of birth, contact details (email address, phone number, postal address), graduation year, and medical specialty.
  • Academic & Professional Information: Degree obtained, year of graduation, employment history, and certifications.
  • Payment Information: If you make donations or pay fees, we may collect billing details, credit card information, or other financial data.
  • Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, device type, and website usage data collected through cookies and tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Alumni Membership Management: To manage your alumni account, update records, and provide you with member services.
  • Event Communication: To send invitations and updates about alumni events, reunions, or other activities.
  • Fundraising & Donations: To process payments for donations or other contributions you make to support the alumni association.
  • Website Improvements: To improve the user experience of our website through technical enhancements based on user behavior and feedback.
  • Marketing & Newsletters: To send periodic newsletters, updates, and promotional materials about our activities. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our terms and conditions.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve the functionality of our website and deliver a personalized user experience. Cookies may store non-personal information such as your browsing history and preferences.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may limit your ability to use some features of our website.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in website hosting, data processing, and event management.
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., courts or government agencies), we may disclose your information.
  • Event Participation: If you participate in alumni events, certain information such as your name and graduation year may be shared with event organizers and other participants.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. We implement security measures such as encryption, secure servers, and data access controls. However, no data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required by law. You may request the deletion of your information at any time, subject to our legal obligations.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You can request the correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.
  • Data Portability: You can request the transfer of your personal information to another organization.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for use by alumni and medical professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If we become aware of such information being collected without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information.

9. 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.

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 the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: [Insert contact email]
Phone: [Insert contact phone]
Address: [Insert physical address]

This Privacy Policy ensures that your alumni members feel confident that their personal information is handled responsibly and in compliance with relevant privacy regulations.