ASAT Labs’ Privacy Policy

ASAT Labs is a local non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Gulu, Northern Uganda. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our well-wishers, donors, learners, scientists, and STEM professionals. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information.

1. Information Collection

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, contact details (email address, phone number), and postal address.
• Professional Information: Job title, organization affiliation.
• Financial Information: Bank account or payment card details for processing donations.
• Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our website or services.

2. Use of Information

The information collected is used for the following purposes:

• To communicate with you regarding ASAT Labs’ activities and updates.
• To process donations and provide receipts.
• To tailor educational programs and resources to meet the needs of learners and STEM professionals.
• To analyze and improve our services.

3. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may disclose your information under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders), we may disclose your personal information.
• Consent: With your explicit consent.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:

• Technical Measures: Encryption, secure servers.
• Organizational Measures: Access controls, staff training.

Despite these measures, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccuracies in your data.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your data under certain conditions.
• Objection: You can object to the processing of your data in certain situations.

To exercise these rights, please contact us by clicking this link..

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience:

• Types of Cookies:Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.

You can control cookies through your browser settings but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed towards children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received such information without verification of parental consent, we will delete it from our records.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Revised” date and will be effective as soon as it is accessible. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

ASAT Labs

Address: Plot 26 Commercial Road, Gulu city, Uganda Gulu, Northern Uganda
Email: Click this link to send us an email

By using our services or interacting with us, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Thank you for supporting ASAT Labs’ mission to foster STEM education and innovation in Northern Uganda!

This Privacy Policy was last updated on [Updated on 5th April 2023].