Scope
This policy covers all persons accessing Microlink computing resources.
Policy
This privacy policy (“Privacy Policy”) applies to information made available, collected, and services offered by MicroLink Information Technology College (“Microlink”) directly through the pages comprising Microlink’s official website (the “Website”) at https://www.microlinkitc.com/. By using Microlink’s Website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Microlink’s Website includes links to websites of unaffiliated, private third parties. Microlink is not responsible for the content, data collection, or data protection practices of such third-party websites. Microlink’s Privacy Policy does not apply to such third parties; users access them at their own risk.
Microlink is dedicated to promoting privacy awareness and compliance. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data the Website collects, how it is used, shared, and protected, and how you can obtain further information. Microlink will periodically update this policy to address new laws, technologies, and security practices.
What Personal Data Does Microlink’s Website Collect
To protect your privacy, Microlink follows these principles:
- Collect no more personal data than is necessary.
- Use your personal data only for specified purposes.
- Do not keep personal data longer than needed.
- Do not share personal data with unaffiliated third parties for marketing.
Except for certain technical and non-personal information (such as IP addresses, visit times, pages viewed, browser type, location, and cookies as described below), the Website does not collect personal data unless you voluntarily provide it—for example, by completing forms, requesting information, making payments, or registering for classes.
Microlink’s Use of Cookies
Microlink’s Website uses cookies—small text files stored on your device—to improve site functionality and analyze usage. These performance cookies help Microlink understand how visitors use the site. Portions of the Website may use Google Analytics for additional analysis. Microlink does not use marketing cookies for targeted advertising.
You can refuse cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work properly.
Purposes for Which Microlink Collects Personal Data
Microlink collects personal data for operational purposes, such as:
- Student admissions
- Class registration
- Job applications for staff and faculty
- Student housing agreements
- Communicating with Website users
Microlink Efforts to Safeguard Personal Data
Microlink uses technical and policy measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Examples of internal policies include:
- Data Classification Policy
- Microlink Protected and Sensitive Data Identification Policy
- Electronic Security Policy
- Physical Security Policy
- Data Disposal Policy
- Encryption Policy
- Data Breach Response Policy
- Secure Deletion Procedure
Children’s Privacy
Microlink’s Website is not directed at children under 13 and does not knowingly collect personal data from them. If Microlink learns it has such data, it will delete it. Parents concerned about a child’s use of the Website can contact Microlink’s Digital Team at digitalteam@microlinkitc.com.
Additional GDPR Privacy Notice for EU Residents
If you are in the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, please see Microlink’s separate GDPR privacy notice at https://www.microlinkitc.com/gdpr/.
Contacting Microlink Regarding Privacy Policy
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
University Marketing & Communications
MicroLink Information Technology College
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Email: UMC@microlinkitc.com
History
August 30, 2018: Initial Policy (adapted for Microlink)