Privacy Policy

Template. This text is subject to review and approval by the University; until approved it is for reference only.

This policy sets out how Abkhaz State University (the “University”) processes and protects the personal data that users of its website submit through the website forms.

1. Data we process

Full name; phone number; email address; information provided by the user in the message or application form; attached files.

Technical data: IP address, browser details, date and time of the request — in server logs, to keep the website secure.

2. Purposes of processing

Replying to user enquiries; reviewing applicant forms and course applications; informing users about University events at their request; protecting the website against abuse.

3. Legal basis

The user’s consent, given by ticking the box in the form before sending it, and the requirements of the legislation of the Republic of Abkhazia.

4. Storage and protection

Data are stored on University servers and are accessible only to the staff responsible for replying to the enquiry. The University takes organisational and technical measures to protect data against unauthorised access, alteration and destruction.

Data are kept no longer than the purposes of processing require and are then deleted.

5. Disclosure to third parties

The University does not disclose personal data to third parties except where required by law.

6. User rights

Users may request information about the processing of their data, ask for it to be corrected or deleted, and withdraw their consent by contacting the University through the “Ask a Question” form or by email.

7. Changes to this policy

The University may amend this policy; the current version is always published on this page.