Privacy Policy
Your privacy on the Internet is of utmost importance to the administrators of the Strategic Partnership for Health Security and Emergency Preparedness (SPH) Portal (the “SPH Portal”). This privacy statement describes the SPH Portal’s policy concerning the gathering and sharing of users’ information.
What information does the SPH Portal collect?
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Non-registered user web site usage
In general, you can browse the SPH Portal without telling us who you are or revealing any personal information about yourself. The only information we gather during general browsing is from standard server logs. These include your IP (Internet Protocol) address, domain name, browser type, operating system, and information such as the web site that referred you to us, the files you download, the pages you visit, and the dates/times of those visits.
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Registered user (Personally identifiable and contact information)
If you register with the SPH Portal in order to gain access to closed contents you will be asked to provide personal identifying, which will depend on the type of permission you are requesting. The information you will need to provide might be information such as your full name, date of birth, institutional affiliation, security questions, and your official e-mail address. This information will be collected only with your knowledge and permission and will be stored securely in the SPH Portal database and mailing lists. Your information will not be distributed for any purpose.
Portal database and mailing lists. Your information will not be distributed for any purpose. When you register with the SPH Portal to access closed content, you will be required to provide personal identifying information, depending on the type of permission you are requesting. This information may include your full name, date of birth, institutional affiliation, and official email address. We collect this information, and any other information you might share and upload, such as your CV, with your knowledge and permission, and it will be stored securely in the SPH Portal database.
The purpose of collecting this information is to facilitate changes of personal details and enable SPH Portal administrators to grant appropriate permissions based on user needs. By providing this information, you consent to its collection and use for these purposes.
We employ various security measures to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of your information. The SPH Portal utilizes Windows Azure AD technology with data encryption to ensure the safety of all content and user information stored within the SPH Portal. These measures are in compliance with the World Health Organization (WHO) Cybersecurity Risk Assessments and security guidelines, and the SPH Portal is supported by WHO HQ IT to maintain robust security standards.
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Personally Identifiable Information
Information provided and uploaded on the SPH Portal will be available to other registered users and the SPH Portal administration. As a contributor, you are solely responsible for the accuracy and legality of your contributions. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that any material and information you post do not violate or infringe upon the copyright, patent, trademark, or any other personal or proprietary rights of any party. Prior to posting content subject to such rights, you must obtain all necessary permissions from the owner.
It is crucial to respect copyright and intellectual property rights. Users are encouraged to obtain permissions before posting any content that may be subject to such rights. WHO, as the administrator of the SPH Portal, does not guarantee the accuracy of information posted by users. Additionally, WHO shall not be liable for any negative consequences arising from the use of the SPH Portal’s contents.
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Non-registered user web site usage
The SPH Portal may utilize the personal information you provide for the following purposes:
- Verify your affiliation and institutional approval for registration within the SPH Portal;
- Confirm your registration securely;
- Contact you, either to respond to inquiries or suggestions, or to provide notifications such as mail newsletters, documents, publications, invitations to meetings, etc;
- Customize your online profile and preferences to enhance your user experience; and/or
- With your permission, share your contact information with other registered users who may wish to contact you.
Rest assured, the SPH Portal is committed to protecting your data and ensuring your privacy rights are upheld.
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What if I don’t want to provide personal information?
Providing personal information (such as your name, surname, and official email address) on the SPH Portal site is necessary to gain access to password-protected modules. If you choose not to provide Privacy Policy 3 this information, you will not be able to access these modules. However, rest assured that you will still be able to view the publicly available sections of the SPH Portal.
We understand the importance of privacy, and we assure you that any personal information you provide will be handled securely and in accordance with our privacy policy.
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Opting Out and Changing Your Information
At any time, you may cancel your registration or modify your information by returning to the web page where you first provided the information and contacting the SPH Portal administrators. If there are changes to your institution/organization affiliation, it is your responsibility to notify the SPH Portal administrators directly or through your institution/organization.
Furthermore, if you wish to unsubscribe from the SPH Portal mailing list, you can do so by either contacting the SPH Portal administrators directly or by clicking the 'unsubscribe' button provided in any email communication received from the SPH Portal
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Security
We do not sell or share any personally identifiable information volunteered on the SPH Portal to any third party. Any information provided to the SPH Portal by its users is held within the framework of WHO rules, regulations, and policies, with the utmost care and security. Your information will not be used in ways other than as set forth in this privacy policy or in any site-specific policies unless you have explicitly consented.
All SPH Portal administrators with access to and involvement in the processing of personal data are required to uphold the confidentiality of official business matters, including personal data. Please note that the SPH Portal contains links to external sites. While we strive to link to reputable sources, WHO is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites. We advise users to exercise caution and review the privacy policies of external sites before providing any personal information.
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Notification of Changes
Any changes to this privacy policy will be promptly posted on the SPH Portal. Users will be notified of these changes through an announcement on the SPH Portal or via email.
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Notification of Changes
Any changes to this privacy policy will be promptly posted on the SPH Portal. Users will be notified of these changes through an announcement on the SPH Portal or via email.
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Contact
For questions or queries regarding this privacy policy, please feel free to contact the SPH Portal administrators through the “Contact Us” webpage. We welcome your feedback and are here to assist you with any concerns you may have.