Dale Kietzman University

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 17, 2026

Dale Kietzman University (“DKU,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors, students, and users of our website and online services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information

Information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Academic history
  • Payment information (processed through third-party providers)

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referral source

C. Student Records

If you enroll, we may collect additional academic records and related educational data necessary for institutional administration.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

  • Process applications and enrollment
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Deliver educational services
  • Communicate academic updates
  • Improve website performance
  • Maintain institutional records
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal data.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Improve user experience
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Store preferences

Cookies are small files placed on your device. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, certain site functions may not operate properly.

4. Third-Party Platforms

We may use third-party services to support our operations, including:

  • Payment processors
  • Email marketing platforms
  • Learning management systems (LMS)
  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

These third parties may process data on our behalf according to their own privacy policies. DKU does not control third-party privacy practices.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external services they access through our website.

5. International Users & GDPR Notice

If you are located outside the United States, including the European Union (EU) or United Kingdom (UK), you may have certain data protection rights under applicable laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Where applicable, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Request restriction of processing
  • Object to certain processing activities
  • Request data portability

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

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

  • Educational administration
  • Legal compliance
  • Institutional recordkeeping

Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the data.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards designed to protect personal information.

However, no electronic transmission or storage system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

9. Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request disclosure of personal information collected and the right to request deletion, subject to certain exceptions.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Us

Dale Kietzman University

Email: info@dkuniversity.us

Website: www.dkuniversity.us