1. Introduction

The Papua New Guinea National Disaster Centre (NDC) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit and use our website. By using this website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

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2. Information We Collect

The NDC website is primarily for public information dissemination and does not require you to provide any personal details to access its content. We do not collect personally identifiable information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers unless you voluntarily provide it for a specific purpose (e.g., through a feedback form).

When you visit our website, our servers automatically record and log certain non-personal, statistical information. This "log data" may include:

1. Your computer's Internet Protocol (IP) address.

2. Your browser type and version.

3. The pages you visit on our site.

4. The time and date of your visit.

5. The time spent on each page.

6. The website you came from (referrer URL).

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3. How We Use Your Information

The non-personal information we collect is used solely for the purpose of improving our website and services. We use this data to:

1. Analyze website traffic and user behavior to understand which sections are most popular.

2. Monitor system performance and identify potential issues.

3. Enhance the website's design and functionality to better serve the public.

4. Compile statistical reports for internal government use.

This information is not used to identify individual users, and we do not attempt to link log data with personal information.

 

4. Cookies

Our website may use "cookies" to enhance your user experience. A cookie is a small text file placed on your device by a web server. It helps us remember your preferences and provides statistical data about website usage. You have the ability to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline them if you prefer. Please note that if you choose to decline cookies, you may not be able to fully experience all the features of the website.

 

5. Links to External Websites

This website contains links to other government and third-party websites. Please be aware that the NDC is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy statements of any website you visit to understand how your information is collected, used, and protected.

 

6. Security

The NDC is committed to safeguarding the information we collect and process. We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your non-personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, in accordance with the principles of the Digital Government Act 2022.

 

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact the Papua New Guinea National Disaster Centre through the official channels listed on our website.

 

8. Changes to this Policy

The NDC reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the website following such changes will be considered your acceptance of the revised policy.