AUSTTAA
AUST Textile Alumni Association

Effective Date: 13 January 2025

Last Updated: 26 October 2025

Austtaa ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application Austtaa (the "App").

By using Austtaa, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Eligibility and Intended Users

Austtaa is strictly intended for adult users who are verified alumni or current students of the Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST).

  • The App is not directed toward children under the age of 18.
  • We do not knowingly collect or store any personal information from anyone under 18 years of age.
  • Registration and access to the App are subject to manual approval by the AUST Alumni Authority to confirm the user's valid association with AUST.
  • If we discover that any user under 18 has provided us with personal data, we will immediately delete such data and restrict their access.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from verified users:

  • Personal Information: When you register or interact with the App, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, graduation year, department, and other educational details to verify your alumni status.
  • Usage Data: We automatically collect data such as device information, IP address, and usage logs to improve functionality and security.
  • Cookies and Tracking: We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and track activity for performance improvement.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Verify user identity and alumni eligibility
  • Provide and maintain App features like job posting, event updates, and messaging
  • Improve the App's usability, stability, and security
  • Communicate with you regarding updates or service notices
  • Ensure compliance with institutional and legal requirements

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties.

We may share information only in these limited cases:

  • Service Providers: With trusted vendors who assist in operating the App (e.g., cloud storage, analytics).
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or a valid legal process.
  • Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Austtaa, users, or others.

All third-party service providers are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

5. Data Security

We employ administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access, update, or request deletion of your personal data
  • Withdraw consent at any time by contacting us
  • Opt-out of marketing emails or notifications

Requests can be made via the contact email listed below.

7. Children's Privacy

Austtaa is strictly intended for adults aged 18 years and above.

We recognize the importance of protecting the privacy and safety of minors. Therefore:

1. No Access for Minors:
  • The App is not directed toward children or individuals under the age of 18.
  • Registration and access are manually verified to ensure that only verified alumni and current AUST students above 18 years of age can use the App.
2. No Data Collection from Minors:
  • We do not knowingly collect, store, or process any personal information from anyone under the age of 18.
  • If it is brought to our attention that we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, we will immediately delete such data and take action to terminate the associated account.
3. Manual Verification Process:
  • Every registration request undergoes a manual review and approval by the AUST Alumni Authority.
  • Only after verifying the user's alumni or student identity and confirming their age eligibility is the account activated.
4. Parental Supervision:
  • As the App is exclusively for verified adult users, parental consent is not applicable or accepted.
  • Parents or guardians who believe that their child has accessed the App without authorization are encouraged to contact us immediately for data removal.
5. Compliance Statement:
  • Austtaa complies with applicable privacy and child protection regulations, including the Google Play Developer Program Policies and the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), where applicable.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted with an updated "Effective Date" at the top. Please check this page occasionally for updates.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email
support@austtaa.org
austtaa@gmail.com
Address
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology Textile Alumni Association (AUSTTAA), AUST Campus, 141-142, Love Road, Tejgaon Industrial Area Dhaka-1208, Bangladesh