- Introduction
Welcome to the Digitech website, an initiative by the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website.
- Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
2.1 Personal Information
- Contact details: Name, email address, phone number, and organization (if applicable).
- Demographic data: Age, gender, occupation, and location.
- User-generated content: Any comments, inquiries, or feedback you provide.
2.2 Non-Personal Information
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on the website, and interaction with website features.
- How We Collect Information
- Directly from you: When you register, subscribe to newsletters, submit inquiries, or engage in surveys.
- Automatically: Through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies when you browse our website.
- How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service provision: To provide you with access to our services and resources.
- Communication: To send newsletters, updates, and respond to inquiries or feedback.
- Personalization: To improve your experience by tailoring content and offerings based on your preferences.
- Analytics: To monitor website traffic, usage patterns, and improve website functionality.
- Legal compliance: To comply with legal requirements and protect the rights and safety of users and the DCDT.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to collect information and enhance your experience. You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may limit certain features of our website.
- How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information with:
- Government entities: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
- Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to secure your data, no online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
- Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
- Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and request a copy of your personal information.
- Correct or update inaccurate information.
- Request the deletion of your data.
- Withdraw consent to processing (where applicable).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided below.
- Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
- Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the revised date will be indicated at the top of the policy.
- Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) – Digitech Program
- Email: [email protected]