Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Welcome to our website.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly, securely, and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect different types of information depending on how you interact with our website and services.

Personal Information

Personal information may include, but is not limited to:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Postal address
  • Physical address
  • Identification number (where applicable)
  • Organisation or company
  • Job title
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide

Technical Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Operating system
  • Date and time of access
  • Pages visited
  • Referring website
  • Clickstream information
  • Usage statistics

2. How We Collect Information

We may collect information through:

  • Website forms
  • Online registrations
  • Email communications
  • Customer support requests
  • Newsletter subscriptions
  • Event registrations
  • Surveys
  • Cookies and similar technologies
  • Analytics tools
  • Direct interactions with you

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Provide our services
  • Respond to enquiries
  • Process applications or requests
  • Improve our website
  • Personalise your experience
  • Send updates or notifications
  • Administer events
  • Conduct research and analysis
  • Improve security
  • Prevent fraud and misuse
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Maintain internal records

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable, we process personal information based on:

  • Your consent
  • Performance of a contract
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Protection of vital interests
  • Legitimate organisational interests
  • Public interest where permitted by law

5. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers
  • Technology partners
  • Regulatory authorities
  • Government agencies
  • Professional advisers
  • Auditors
  • Law enforcement agencies where legally required

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.


6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secure servers
  • Encryption where appropriate
  • Access controls
  • Authentication mechanisms
  • Security monitoring
  • Regular software updates
  • Backup procedures

While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.


7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Meet legal requirements
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our agreements
  • Maintain business records

After the applicable retention period, information is securely deleted or anonymised where appropriate.


8. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
  • Request a copy of your information in a portable format
  • Lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.


10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children unless permitted by applicable law or with appropriate consent.


11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be published on this page together with the revised effective date.


12. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us using the contact details provided on our website.

Contact Us for Data Privacy Concerns

  • Email: dpo@mut.ac.ke
  • Phone: +254-+254-771 370 824 Ext: 209

Accessibility Toolbar