Albanian University
Last Updated: 14-11-2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Albanian University (“University”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal data of visitors, students, applicants, academic staff, administrative staff, and users of our online and offline services.
We are committed to ensuring the privacy and security of your personal information and to handling it in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including:
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable
Local data protection laws of the Republic of Albania
1. Information We Collect
We may collect different categories of personal information, including but not limited to:
1.1. Contact Information
1.2. Academic Information
Student ID
Enrollment details
Grades and transcripts
Course attendance
Assignment submissions
1.3. Application Information
Documents submitted during admission (e.g., certificates, diplomas)
Identification documents
Letters of recommendation
Application forms
1.4. Financial Information
1.5. Technical & Website Usage Data
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Cookies and usage analytics
Pages visited, time spent, and interactions on the website
1.6. Media and Security Data
2. How We Use Your Information
We process personal data for the following purposes:
To operate academic programs and manage student records
To communicate important updates, notifications, and announcements
To provide support and administrative services
To process admissions, registrations, and payments
To ensure campus safety and security
To improve website functionality and user experience
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful bases:
Consent
Performance of a contract (e.g., enrollment agreements)
Legal obligation
Legitimate interests of the University
Public interest in providing educational services
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal information with:
Government or regulatory authorities (as required by law)
Accreditation bodies
Third-party service providers (IT services, payment processors, analytics tools)
Partner institutions for academic collaborations
Security and safety authorities
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for:
Academic purposes
Administrative operations
Legal and regulatory compliance
Archival and research purposes (where permitted)
Data that is no longer needed will be securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data, including:
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to:
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not work properly.
8. Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Restrict or object to data processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Request data portability
File a complaint with a Data Protection Authority
Requests can be submitted to: informacioni@albanianuniversity.edu.al
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party pages.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Information
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Albanian University
Email: informacioni@albanianuniversity.edu.al
Phone: +355 42 271602
Address: Boulevard Zogu I, Tirana
Office Hours: 07:30 – 19:00