Privacy Policy
Aloha University is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website and the personal information of our students, employees, and other community members. This policy describes how we collect, use, protect, and retain your information.
Information We Collect
We may collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you complete forms, create accounts, submit applications, or contact us. We also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, including IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
To analyze website usage and improve the user experience, we utilize privacy-friendly analytics tools (such as Plausible Analytics). We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate our website effectively. You can control or disable cookies through your web browser settings.
How We Use Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide, operate, and improve our educational services
- Respond to inquiries and fulfill requests
- Send administrative communications and updates about university programs and events
- Analyze website traffic and enhance user experience
- Process applications and manage enrollment
- Comply with legal obligations
Student Records and FERPA Compliance
As an educational institution, Aloha University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). We stringently protect the privacy of student education records. Students have the right to inspect and review their education records, seek amendment of inaccurate records, and consent to the disclosure of personally identifiable information, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, to provide our educational services, and to comply with our legal and regulatory obligations.
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist in our university operations (such as payment processors or hosting services), provided they agree to keep the information confidential. We may also disclose information if required to do so by law or subpoena.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data. Generally, you may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, or if you have any questions about this policy, please contact our Privacy Office.
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Contact: info@aloha.edu