Privacy Policy Braude Academic College of Engineering in Karmiel

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  1. For convenience purposes, this Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) is drafted in the masculine form; however, all references herein apply equally to all genders.
  2. This Policy explains and clarifies how Braude Academic College of Engineering in Karmiel (R.A.) No. 58-026487-7 (the “College” or “Braude”) uses personal information received from you during your browsing of the website and/or information that you submit to us through the website.
  3. Braude hereby clarifies and emphasizes that you are under no legal obligation to provide us with any personal information during your browsing or use of the website. However, please note that failure to provide personal information may impair your browsing or user experience on the website and/or prevent you from sending or receiving services, inquiries, or responses through the website, in whole or in part.
  4. Certain services available through the website may require separate registration, subject to separate legal terms and/or submission of an electronic form containing personal information for the purpose of receiving such service. If you choose to register for such service(s) and/or provide Braude with personal information for that purpose, you undertake to provide only true, accurate, and complete details, and by submitting such information, you confirm its accuracy.
  5. If you fail to provide complete details or provide incorrect or false information, Braude’s ability to respond to your request, inquiry, or communication may be impaired, and/or we may be unable to provide certain services offered through the website.
    Please note that providing false or misleading information may, in certain circumstances, constitute a violation of the website Terms of Use, this Privacy Policy, and/or applicable law.
  6. Since this Privacy Policy may be updated or amended from time to time, Braude recommends that you periodically review the current version published on the website before submitting information, contacting the College, or using any electronic forms or communication methods available on the website.
    Notwithstanding the foregoing, if we update or amend this Privacy Policy in a manner involving the collection of new categories of personal information and/or new processing activities regarding personal information already held by us, we will publish an appropriate notice on our website.
  7. You are requested to read this Policy carefully. If you do not agree to its terms, in whole or in part, you must refrain from using the website, as all browsing and use of the website are subject to this Privacy Policy.
    In addition, this Privacy Policy does not govern registration procedures themselves, which are conducted through a dedicated registration platform operated by a third-party service provider engaged by Braude for such purposes and subject to a separate privacy policy available through the registration website.
  8. The personal information collected by the college and the uses made thereof
    Depending on your areas of interest, such as academic counseling, conference registration, academic activities, and other activities, the College may collect or receive the following types of personal information about you:

    1. Contact Information and Communications
      When you contact us, or when we contact you in response to your inquiry via telephone, email, or any electronic form, you may be required to provide personal information.

      1. Telephone communications
        Telephone calls may be recorded for documentation purposes. We may request additional information for identification purposes or to respond to your inquiry, including:

        1. Identification number.
        2. Personal information relevant to the subject matter of the inquiry.
      2. Email and written correspondence
        When sending an email or WhatsApp message to any College representative, we may collect additional personal information included in the body of the message or in any attachments voluntarily submitted by you.
        Third-Party information notice:
        Braude is not responsible for personal information regarding referees or other third parties submitted in the context of job applications. You are solely responsible for obtaining all required consents or approvals (whether explicit or implied) for sharing names, contact details, or any additional information regarding referees or other persons referenced in your application.
    2. Statistical and aggregated information
      Statistical and aggregated information may be collected during website browsing through Cookies and other tracking technologies, including:

      1. Non-identifiable aggregated information collected for:
        1. Website functionality checks.
        2. General user preference analysis.
        3. Website performance and security analysis.
      2. Technical and browsing information such as:
        1. Device information.
        2. Browser type.
        3. Websites visited prior to accessing our website.
        4. Usage patterns and browsing behavior.
          This information may be collected through Cookies, pixels, and other tracking technologies for the purposes of improving the website, marketing campaigns, displayed content, and personalization of website content according to user preferences.
    3. Data Protection Commitment
      All information collected and processed pursuant to this section shall be managed, stored, and secured in accordance with applicable legal obligations imposed on Braude under Israeli law.
  9. Purposes for which Braude may use personal information
    Braude may use personal information collected from or about you through the website for the following purposes:

    1. Website optimization
      To improve the presentation of content on the website according to the characteristics of your device and browser.
    2. Responding to inquiries
      To receive and process requests submitted through email, electronic forms, or telephone communications.
    3. Information security and fraud prevention
      To secure the website and maintain the integrity of the website, its information, and its content, including:

      1. Traffic monitoring.
      2. Fraud prevention.
      3. Detection and documentation of Privacy Policy violations.
    4. Registration and participation
      To process registrations for mailing lists, events, conferences, seminars, activities, and services requiring separate registration.
    5. Marketing communications
      To send marketing messages and direct marketing content through communication channels for which you registered.
    6. Statistical analysis and personalization
      To conduct statistical analyses regarding browsing preferences and website usage in order to improve the website and personalize displayed content and banners, subject to your prior consent where required.
    7. Legal compliance
      To enforce this Privacy Policy and/or comply with legal obligations applicable to Braude.
  10. Cookies and tracking technologies
    When accessing or browsing the website, certain information may be collected through Cookies and similar technologies stored on your device.

    1. Braude uses Cookies and tracking technologies to:
      1. Manage user settings and preferences.
      2. Improve user experience.
      3. Analyze website performance.
      4. Improve marketing effectiveness.
      5. Detect and monitor errors.
    2. Types of cookies used:
      1. Essential Cookies
        Necessary for the proper operation and security of the website, including:

        1. User authentication.
        2. Navigation functionality.
        3. Fraud prevention.
        4. DDoS protection.
      2. Analytics Cookies
        Used to collect anonymous statistical information regarding website usage, including:

        1. Page visits.
        2. Time spent on pages.
        3. Bounce rates.
        4. Loading times.
      3. Marketing Cookies
        Used for tracking user behavior for advertising and targeted marketing purposes.
      4. Functional Cookies
        Used to enhance the user experience by remembering preferences such as language settings and customized layouts.
    3. Withdrawal of Consent to Cookies
      Users may withdraw consent to non-essential Cookies at any time by modifying browser settings or using the designated Cookie management interface available on the website.
      Please note that blocking or deleting Cookies may impair the functionality of certain website services.
  11. Information security and transfer of information to third parties
    Braude invests resources and implements various security measures to prevent unauthorized access to its databases and to protect users’ privacy.
    However, no security system is completely immune to breaches or disruptions. Therefore, users acknowledge that Braude cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access or cyber incidents.

    1. Braude may engage third-party service providers for purposes including:
      1. Website operation and maintenance.
      2. Cloud hosting and SaaS services.
      3. Cybersecurity and fraud prevention.
      4. Statistical analyses.
      5. Customer support services.
        Whenever third parties receive access to personal information, Braude undertakes to ensure appropriate contractual and legal safeguards in accordance with applicable law.
        Where personal information is transferred outside the State of Israel, Braude shall comply with the Privacy Protection Regulations (Transfer of Data Abroad), 2001.
  12. Direct mailing and marketing communications
    1. Certain services require separate registration, during which you may provide personal information for:
      1. Marketing communications.
      2. Conferences and events.
      3. Additional services.
    2. By registering for such services, you consent to receiving communications via:
      1. Email.
      2. SMS messages.
      3. MMS messages.
      4. Automated dialing systems.
      5. Other communication methods.
    3. All marketing communications shall be sent in accordance with the Israeli Communications Law (Telecommunications and Broadcasting) (Amendment No. 40), 2008 (the “Spam Law”).
      You may opt out at any time by:

      1. Sending an email to: dpo@braude.ac.il.
      2. Clicking the unsubscribe link included in communications.
  13. Third-Party websites and applications
    The website may include links to third-party websites and applications.

    1. Braude is not responsible for:
      1. The content of such websites.
      2. Their privacy practices.
      3. Their information security measures.
        Users are advised to review the privacy policies and terms of use of such third-party services before using them.
  14. User rights regarding personal information
    Pursuant to Section 13 of the Israeli Privacy Protection Law, you are entitled to review personal information held about you in Braude’s databases, subject to identity verification procedures.
    If you find that the information held about you is inaccurate, incomplete, unclear, or outdated, you may request correction or deletion of such information pursuant to Section 14 of the Privacy Protection Law.
    Requests may be submitted via email to: dpo@braude.ac.il.
  15. Miscellaneous
    The website is primarily intended for users aged 18 and older with legal capacity.
    Braude does not knowingly collect personal information directly from minors. However, certain services, such as youth programs, workshops, competitions, or activities for high school students, may involve collection of personal information from minors subject to explicit parental or guardian consent as required by law.
    Braude reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes regarding the categories of personal information collected or the purposes of use thereof shall be communicated through the website and/or through appropriate communication channels.
  16. Contact information
    For additional questions regarding this Privacy Policy, exercising your legal rights, or if you believe your privacy has been violated by Braude or anyone acting on its behalf, you may contact the Data Protection Officer at: dpo@braude.ac.il.

Last Updated: 13.5.2026