SMCSU Newsletter

SMCSU Privacy Policy for Newsletter Sign-Up

Effective Date: 20/08/2024

1. Introduction

St. Michael's College Student Union (SMCSU) is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide when you subscribe to our newsletter.

2. Information We Collect

When you sign up for our newsletter, we collect the following information:

- Email Address: Required for sending you the newsletter.

- First and Last Name: Optional, used to personalize communications.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information you provide will be used solely for the following purposes:

- To send you the SMCSU newsletter and updates about events, academic resources, and other relevant information.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except as required by law or with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our communications, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.

5. Data Security

SMCSU implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

- Rectification: Request correction of any inaccurate information.

- Unsubscribe: Opt out of receiving our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, we will delete your personal information from our records.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at communication.smcsu@gmail.com.