Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction
Ankole Cultural Archives ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for an account
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us through our contact forms
- Participate in our educational programs
- Contribute content or artifacts to our archives
This information may include:
- Name and contact information
- Email address
- Phone number
- Educational or professional background
- Cultural or genealogical information (when voluntarily shared)
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our services
- Process your requests and transactions
- Send you newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website and services
- Conduct research and analysis for cultural preservation purposes
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent
We may share your information when you have given us explicit consent to do so.
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing our services.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Cultural and Academic Research
With appropriate anonymization and your consent, we may share cultural information for legitimate research purposes that align with our mission of cultural preservation.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to or restrict processing of your information
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Unsubscribe from our newsletters at any time
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@ankolearchives.org
- Phone: +256750759608
- Address: Plot 123, Heritage Road, Mbarara, Uganda
Cultural Sensitivity
We recognize that some cultural information may be sensitive or sacred. We are committed to handling such information with the utmost respect and in accordance with community wishes and cultural protocols. We work closely with community elders and cultural leaders to ensure appropriate handling of cultural materials.