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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

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Address

  • Emergency 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

  • Tuition payment history

  • Billing information

  • Scholarship and financial aid data

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

  • CCTV footage within university premises

  • Photographs taken during events

  • ID card photos


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:

  • Encryption

  • Secure servers

  • Access control policies

  • Regular security audits

  • Employee confidentiality training

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.


7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Analyze website usage

  • Remember user preferences

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