Privacy Policy:

Effective Date: [01/01/2014]
Welcome to the official website of Delaware City University ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide to us when you use our website or engage with our online services.
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1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website or interact with us:
• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, academic history, and other information you voluntarily submit through forms, applications, or other communication.
• Usage Data: Information about your device, browser, IP address, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring links.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic.
 2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for purposes such as:
• Processing admissions, registrations, and academic records
• Communicating with you regarding your application or enrollment
• Providing academic and student services
• Improving our website and online learning platforms
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Marketing and promotional communications (only with your consent)
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data with third parties only in the following situations:
• With service providers who assist in operating our website or delivering educational services
• With regulatory or legal authorities when required by law
• With partners or accreditation bodies for academic and compliance purposes
• With your explicit consent
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
• Access and request a copy of your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Object to certain types of data processing
• File a complaint with a data protection authority if you believe your rights are violated
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [info@dcu-edu.us].
6. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware of such data being collected, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Delaware City University
Email: [learn@dcu-edu.us]