We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our site:

1. Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, graduation year, degree, and other details you voluntarily provide.
2. Payment Information: When you pay for memberships or event registrations, we collect payment details securely via trusted third-party gateways (e.g., Sslcommerz or bank).
3. Usage Data: Information about how you use our site, such as pages visited, IP address, browser type, and device information.
4. Optional Profile Data: Information you choose to share in your alumni profile (e.g., career updates, location, or networking interests).

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used for:

1. Managing alumni memberships and accounts.
2. Registering you for alumni events, reunions, and networking programs.
3. Processing payments securely.
4. Sending updates, newsletters, and announcements about alumni activities.
5. Improving our website and services through analytics.
6. Ensuring compliance with our Terms of Service and legal obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data only in the following cases:

1. With Alumni Community: Certain information (like name, graduation year, or job title) may be visible to other verified alumni members.
2. With Service Providers: Payment processors, IT support, or mailing services that help us operate the platform.
3. Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or court order.

4. Data Security

1. We use industry-standard security measures (SSL encryption, secure payment gateways, and access controls) to protect your data.
2. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your login details private.

5. Your Choices & Rights

You may:

1. Update or edit your alumni profile at any time.
2. Request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.

6. Cookies & Tracking

Our site may use cookies to:

1. Improve user experience.
2. Remember login sessions.
3. Collect analytics data to enhance site functionality.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links

Our site may include links to external websites (e.g., university partners, donation platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

RUBAA

Department of Botany, University of Rajshahi, Sir Jagadish Chandra Bose Academic Building (Third Science Buliding), Rajshahi-6205, Bangladesh

Phone: +8802588864118