1. Introduction

The National Union of Transport Equipment and Allied Industries Workers (NUTEAIW) respects and protects the privacy of all our members, applicants, and visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) of Malaysia.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information from you:

• Full name, NRIC number, contact details, and address
• Employment details such as company name, position, and department
• Union membership details (application, renewal, and payment records)
• Email address and phone number for communication
• Payment details such as transaction ID, amount paid, and payment method (note: we do not store full credit or debit card information)

3. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data will be used for the following purposes:

• To process membership applications, renewals, and related payments
• To verify membership status and maintain accurate records
• To communicate with members regarding union activities, meetings, and updates
• To manage and improve our website and member services
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any third party unrelated to the Union without your consent, except as required by law.

4. Payment and Financial Information

All online payments made through our website are processed via secure payment gateways.

We do not store your credit card or banking details on our servers. Transaction data is encrypted and handled securely to ensure your financial information remains protected.

5. Disclosure of Personal Data

Your personal data may be disclosed to:

• Authorized Union officers and administrative staff for processing purposes
• Service providers involved in payment processing, website hosting, and IT support (who are bound by confidentiality obligations)
• Government or regulatory authorities, if required by law

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. While we take every reasonable step to protect your data, please note that no internet transmission is completely secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes it was collected for, or as required by law. After that period, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights

Under the Personal Data Protection Act 2010, you have the right to:

• Access and request a copy of your personal data held by us
• Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information
• Withdraw consent to the processing of your personal data (subject to legal and contractual obligations)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

9. Updates to This Policy

NUTEAIW reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be published on this website, and the revised policy will take effect immediately upon posting.