Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to SIWES Portal. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Full name, email address, and phone number
• Student identification and matriculation number
• Institution and academic information
• Uploaded documents (transcripts, certificates, ID cards)
• Payment and transaction information

Automatically Collected Information

• Log data (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, features used)
• Device information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Processing SIWES registration and placement applications
• Facilitating communication between students, institutions, and industry partners
• Processing payments and maintaining transaction records
• Sending important notifications about your application status
• Improving platform functionality and user experience
• Complying with legal obligations and preventing fraud

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Your Institution: Academic records and training progress
• Industry Partners: Information necessary for placement consideration
• Payment Processors: For secure payment processing (we use Paystack)
• Government Agencies: When required by law or regulatory compliance

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Object to certain data processing activities

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and maintain records as required by educational institutions and regulatory bodies.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. See our Cookie Policy for details.

9. Children's Privacy

Our platform is intended for students in tertiary institutions. If you are under 18, please ensure you have parental or guardian consent before using our services.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or prominent notice on our platform.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

• Email: info@vertenet.ng
• Phone: 09067970588
• Address: SIWES Portal Headquarters, 123 Industrial Training Boulevard, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria