Privacy Policy for AUA (www.aua.am)

Last updated: November 26, 2025

The American University of Armenia (“AUA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at www.aua.am (the “Site”). By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

  1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Application or inquiry details
  • Donation information
  • Event registration information

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and duration
  • Referring URL
  • Cookies and tracking technologies

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies for:

  • Site functionality
  • Analytics and performance
  • User experience improvement

You may disable cookies, but doing so may limit certain features of the Site.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for purposes including:

  • Providing services, information, or support
  • Processing applications or inquiries
  • Communicating updates, announcements, and newsletters
  • Managing events, registrations, and donations
  • Improving website performance and user experience
  • Ensuring security and fraud prevention
  • Complying with legal or regulatory obligations
  1. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers assisting with website hosting, analytics, communications, or payment processing
  • Affiliated institutions or departments within AUA for operational purposes
  • Regulatory or legal authorities where required

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

  1. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your data. However, no internet transmission is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

  1. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Opt out of communications (via unsubscribe link or direct request)
  • Restrict or object to data processing
  • Manage cookie preferences

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: [email protected].

  1. Third-Party Links

The Site may include links to external websites not operated by AUA. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

  1. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

  1. International Data Transfers

If you access the Site from outside Armenia, your information may be transferred to and processed in Armenia or other locations with different data protection laws.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

  1. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

  • American University of Armenia
  • Website: www.aua.am
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Address:  40 Marshal Baghramyan Ave. Yerevan 0019, Republic of Armenia