Privacy and Security Policy

Welcome to the “NYCU-TSMC Joint Research Center ” (hereinafter referred to as the Website). To assist you understand how you are protected while using the website and how your personal information is collected, used, and protected, please read and understand the following instructions:

1. Applicable scope：This privacy policy covers the collection, use, and protection of personal information associated with the use of the services of this website.

2. Collection and use of personal information

(1) The Website does not collect any personal identification information when you browse the webpages or download the files.

(2) If you need to provide personal information to the customer service mailbox or online registration services of the Website, possible gathered information can include personal information including name and email address.

(3) The Website will record user’s online time, IP address, and the webpages viewed on the website. This data is collected to be provided to the management unit for internal analysis of total website traffic and browsing behavior in order to improve the Website’s quality of service. Such analysis is performed in aggregate only and never applied to individual users.

3. Cookies Usage

The Website uses Google Analytics service provided by Google Inc. Google writes and reads Cookies in your browser and uses the information for web analytics. If you are unwilling to accept the usage of Cookies, you can adjust your browser’s privacy setting to high level. For more information about Google Analytics’ usage of Cookies, please read Google’s Privacy Policy.

4. Information security：For the purpose of website security and to stable operations, the Website has adopted the following safety measures：

(1) Installing firewalls and limiting connections from specific ports to prevent illegal invasion and ensure users’ rights.

(2) Using network intrusion detection system to monitor the network flow and block malicious behaviors of unauthorized uploads, alteration, or hackers.

(3) Installing antivirus software to offer users a safer environment for browsing.

(4) Using vulnerability detection software to scan the network system for vulnerabilities aperiodically.

(5) Regularly making back-up files.

(6) Following security maintenance notification from relevant operating system suppliers or application suppliers and installing proper PATCH.

Please contact us at any time for any suggestions for the Website’s Privacy and Security Policy.

The Website’s Privacy and Security Policy are subject to adjustment as needed at any time. Amended terms will be published on the website.