Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. At Cyprus International University (CIU), we are dedicated to safeguarding your personal information and ensuring transparency in how it is handled.

Information Collection and Use

We collect personal information only when it is necessary to provide services to you or enhance your user experience. This data is collected transparently with your knowledge and explicit consent, and solely for the purposes outlined in this policy.

Types of Data Collected

We may collect the following types of data:

• Personal Data: Information such as your name, email address, phone number, and any details you voluntarily provide during interactions with our application portal or services.
• Non-Personal Data: Technical information such as browser type, device type, IP address, and usage data to analyze and improve our services.

Use of Data

Your data is used for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain our services.
• To communicate updates, including changes to our services or policies.
• To improve the functionality and user experience of our application portal.
• To conduct marketing activities, but only with your explicit consent.

Data Retention and Protection

We retain personal data only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Data Sharing

Your personal data will not be shared with third parties, except in the following cases:

• When required by law, regulation, or legal processes.
• With your explicit consent to share specific data with third-party services.
• To trusted service providers who assist in operating our application portal, under strict confidentiality agreements.

Cookies and Analytics

Our application portal uses cookies and analytics tools to enhance your browsing experience. These tools may collect data to help us understand user preferences and optimize our services. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

External Links

Our application portal may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any linked websites they visit.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We recommend reviewing this page regularly to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us via our contact form or email us at info@ciu.edu.tr.

Thank you for trusting Cyprus International University with your information.