Privacy Policy

This Privacy Notice is designed to inform users how their personal data is collected, stored, used, shared, analyzed, and otherwise processed by LSM. All types of personal data collected from any channel fall under this notice. The data may be in electronic format (e.g., via LSM’s websites or other online platforms), hard-copy form, or communicated verbally.

When you use our online platforms, you indicate your agreement with this Privacy Notice and consent to the processing of personal information as described herein. If you disagree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using our platforms.

We may update this Privacy Notice to reflect new rules or regulations. When updates occur, we will publish the latest version here.

Definitions

Personal data refers to any information (singular or grouped) that identifies, or could be used to identify, an individual or legal entity in connection with LSM.

What Data Do We Collect?

Whenever you interact with our online platforms, we collect certain personal data – such as which pages you view and how long you spend on them. We also gather device-related information (e.g., hardware model, operating system version, or unique device identifier) and log data. Automatically collected information may include:

* IP address
* Device and event data (crashes, system activity)
* Browser type and language
* Date and time of your visit

This data is collected via server logs during your online interactions.

Information You Actively Provide

By sharing personal data through our online platforms, you may:

1. Create an account
2. Request information
3. Subscribe to newsletters, research updates, or similar communications
4. Apply to programs
5. Participate in surveys
6. Access LSM services, such as alumni directories

You provide this data voluntarily. To ensure our content remains relevant to your interests, we may periodically request additional information. We retain your data only for as long as needed to fulfill legal, contractual, or legitimate business purposes.

Sharing Your Data

Your personal data is shared only when necessary and under strict conditions. Recipients may include:

Subcontractors or partners that support LSM services
Authorities or courts when legally compelled
Organizations requiring data disclosure for emergency purposes

We do not sell or share your personal data for commercial gain. However, we may share non-identifiable data (e.g., analytics) with trusted third parties like Google Analytics to improve our platforms. These third parties are prohibited from using the data for any unauthorized purpose.

Please note that third-party cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies may still collect or access data without LSM’s knowledge or control.

Cookies and Online Privacy

Our online platforms use cookies- small data files stored on your computer- to:

1. Save your preferences
2. Enhance future visits
3. Facilitate login

Cookies also provide anonymous usage data, helping us optimize our services. You may disable cookies via your browser settings, though some platform functionality may be affected. Most browsers allow you to manage cookie notifications and acceptance.

Our platforms may link to external sites. LSM is not responsible for their privacy practices, so please review their individual privacy notices.

Security of Your Data

We implement reasonable precautions – physical, electronic, and procedural—to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access is restricted to LSM employees and authorized partners who need it.

Although we strive for industry-standard security, no internet-based or server-stored data can be guaranteed completely secure.

Accessing and Correcting Your Data

You have the right to:

* Access, correct, update, or rectify your data
* Unsubscribe or terminate data processing
* Object to our data handling

To exercise these rights, use the account settings or contact us at [email protected] 

We will respond within 30 days. Please be aware that your previous data may still exist in archived or backup systems, but will no longer be accessible for business or operational use.

If you wish to file a complaint regarding our data practices, you may contact the relevant supervisory authority.