Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you register and use the ASCSSOSA Member Portal, we collect the following types of information:

• Personal details: full name, email address, phone number
• Academic information: graduation set and school of graduation
• Location information: country and state of residence
• Professional information: occupation and a short bio
• Profile photo (optional)

2. How We Use Your Information

• To verify your identity as an ASCSSOSA alumnus
• To display your profile in the members' directory (visible only to verified members)
• To facilitate communication between members and the association
• To send important association announcements and updates
• To maintain and improve the Platform's functionality

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. Your data may be accessible to ASCSSOSA administrators solely for verification and management purposes. Member profiles are visible only to other verified and logged-in members of the association.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted over the internet.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information via your profile settings
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Withdraw consent for communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via the Contact Support page.

6. Cookies

The Platform uses session cookies necessary for authentication and basic functionality. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.