Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 18 September 2026
Maizan Institute of Innovation & Technology (MIIT) respects your privacy and is committed to handling personal information responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains what information MIIT may collect through https://www.miitmaldives.com/, how that information may be used, when it may be shared, how it may be protected and the choices available to individuals whose information MIIT holds.
By using the MIIT website or providing information to MIIT, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Maizan Institute of Innovation & Technology (MIIT) is an education and technology training organisation based in Malé, Maldives.
MIIT provides technology education and training in areas including STEM, robotics, artificial intelligence, coding, drone technology, 3D design and related fields through online, in-person and hybrid programmes.
2. Information We May Collect
The information MIIT collects depends on how you interact with us.
Information you provide
When you contact MIIT, submit an enquiry, register for a programme or otherwise communicate with us, we may collect information such as:
name;
email address;
telephone or WhatsApp number;
island or location;
age or date of birth where relevant to programme eligibility;
school, organisation or workplace information;
programme or course preferences;
information provided in an enquiry or application;
parent or legal guardian information where required for a minor's participation;
payment or registration information where applicable.
We only seek information that is reasonably relevant to the purpose for which it is collected.
Information collected through the website
When you visit the website, certain technical information may be collected automatically by the website or the services used to operate it.
This may include information such as:
IP address;
browser and device information;
pages visited;
approximate usage information;
date and time of visits;
referring website information; and
technical information required to operate, maintain and secure the website.
The exact information collected may depend on the website platform, hosting services, analytics tools and other third-party services used by MIIT.
3. How We Use Personal Information
MIIT may use personal information for purposes including:
responding to enquiries;
processing programme registrations;
communicating with participants and parents or legal guardians;
administering courses, workshops and training;
providing learning support;
organising events and activities;
processing payments where applicable;
issuing certificates or programme records;
managing student projects and showcases;
improving our programmes and website;
maintaining website security;
complying with legal or regulatory obligations; and
protecting the rights, safety and legitimate interests of MIIT, participants and other individuals.
MIIT will seek to use personal information only for purposes that are reasonably connected with the circumstances in which it was collected.
4. Children and Young People
MIIT provides educational programmes that may involve children and young people.
Where a programme involves a minor, MIIT may require information from and communication with a parent or legal guardian.
Where consent is required for a child's participation, use of their image, publication of identifiable information or other activity involving their personal information, MIIT will seek the appropriate consent from a parent or legal guardian.
MIIT does not intentionally seek unnecessary personal information from children.
Parents or legal guardians who have questions about information relating to a child participating in an MIIT programme may contact us using the details provided below.
5. Photographs, Video and Student Work
MIIT may photograph or record activities associated with its programmes, events, workshops or student showcases.
Photographs, videos or identifiable student information will only be used for public communications, promotional purposes or other purposes where the appropriate permission or consent has been obtained, where required.
Student projects may also be displayed through MIIT's website, social media channels, exhibitions or other communications where appropriate permission has been obtained.
Where consent is required, individuals or their parent or legal guardian may withdraw that consent by contacting MIIT. Withdrawal of consent will not affect processing that took place before the withdrawal.
6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
The MIIT website may use cookies and similar technologies.
Cookies may be used to help the website function, remember preferences, understand website usage, maintain security or support website performance.
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services used by the website.
Where applicable, you may be able to control or restrict cookies through your browser settings or through cookie controls provided on the website.
Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
7. Third-Party Services
MIIT may use third-party providers to support website hosting, communications, analytics, registration, payments, online learning, video, forms or other operational functions.
Where these providers process personal information on MIIT's behalf, MIIT will seek to use providers and arrangements that provide appropriate safeguards for the information involved.
Third-party services may have their own privacy policies and terms. MIIT is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services operating independently from MIIT.
8. When We May Share Information
MIIT does not sell personal information.
Personal information may be shared where reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including with:
service providers supporting MIIT's operations;
instructors or programme staff where access is required to deliver a programme;
payment or administrative service providers where relevant;
parents or legal guardians where appropriate and legally permitted;
professional advisers where necessary; or
public authorities, courts or other parties where disclosure is required or authorised by law.
MIIT will seek to limit information shared with third parties to information reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.
9. International or Cross-Border Processing
Some technology, hosting, communications or other service providers used by MIIT may process or store information outside the Maldives.
Where personal information is transferred or processed outside the Maldives, MIIT will seek to take reasonable steps to ensure that the information receives appropriate protection and that the transfer is consistent with applicable legal requirements.
10. Data Security
MIIT takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure.
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Where MIIT becomes aware of a personal information incident that requires notification under applicable law, MIIT will take appropriate steps in accordance with the relevant legal requirements.
11. How Long We Keep Information
MIIT retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, for the administration of programmes and records, or where retention is required or permitted by law.
Different types of information may be retained for different periods.
When information is no longer required, MIIT will take reasonable steps to securely delete, destroy or anonymise it where appropriate.
12. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law and the circumstances of the processing, you may have rights concerning personal information held by MIIT.
These may include the right to:
ask what personal information MIIT holds about you;
request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
ask questions about how your information is being used;
request deletion or cessation of certain processing where applicable;
withdraw consent where processing is based on consent; and
raise a concern about MIIT's handling of personal information.
Some requests may be subject to legal, contractual or operational limitations.
To protect personal information, MIIT may need to verify the identity or authority of the person making a request.
13. Marketing Communications
MIIT may use contact information to communicate with you about programmes, events, training opportunities or other relevant MIIT activities where permitted.
Where marketing communications are sent electronically, you may request that MIIT stop sending such communications.
Operational communications, such as information relating to an active registration or programme, may still be sent where reasonably necessary.
14. External Links
The MIIT website may contain links to external websites and platforms.
Once you leave the MIIT website, this Privacy Policy no longer governs the information practices of the external service.
You should review the privacy policy of any external website before providing personal information.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
MIIT may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in its services, technology, legal requirements or data handling practices.
The latest version will be published on this website with a revised "Last Updated" date.
Where a significant change requires additional notice or consent under applicable law, MIIT will take appropriate steps to provide it.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to make a privacy request or have concerns about how your personal information is being handled, please contact MIIT:
Maizan Institute of Innovation & Technology (MIIT)
H. Gaadhoo Building
Boduthakurufaanu Magu
Malé, Maldives
Telephone: +960 3322101
WhatsApp: +960 7822201
Email: admin@miitmaldives.com
Website: www.miitmaldives.com