Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how the School of Architecture and Fine Arts (SAFA), University of Phayao collects, uses, and protects personal information in accordance with Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (PDPA).
Last updated: March 2026
1. Data Controller
School of Architecture and Fine Arts (SAFA)
University of Phayao
19 Moo 2, Tambon Mae Ka, Amphoe Mueang Phayao, Phayao 56000, Thailand
Email: safa@up.ac.th
Phone: +66 (54) 466-666 ext. 3358
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
- person Identity & Contact Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details submitted through inquiry or contact forms.
- devices Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site, collected automatically via server logs.
- cookie Cookie Data: Session cookies necessary for the website to function, and optional analytics cookies if consented to.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use collected data to:
- Respond to inquiries and requests submitted via the contact form
- Provide information about programs, admissions, and faculty activities
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations under Thai law
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Processing is based on your consent (for contact form submissions and optional cookies), legitimate interests (for website security and analytics), and legal obligations as required by Thai law and the University of Phayao’s regulations.
5. Data Retention
Personal data collected via contact forms is retained for no longer than necessary to respond to the request, typically no more than 1 year. Server log data is retained for up to 90 days. Data may be retained longer where required by law.
6. Your Rights Under PDPA
As a data subject you have the right to:
Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure
Request deletion of your data where there is no lawful reason for continued processing.
Restriction
Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Objection
Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time where processing is consent-based.
Complaint
Lodge a complaint with Thailand's Personal Data Protection Committee.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at safa@up.ac.th.
7. Cookies
This website uses cookies to maintain session state and, with your consent, to analyze usage patterns. You can manage cookie preferences at any time through the cookie settings banner.
| Cookie | Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| SESSID | Essential | Maintains user session state across page requests. |
| csrf_token | Essential | Protects forms against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. |
8. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. However, no transmission over the internet is completely secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to external services (e.g., the University of Phayao admission portal, Facebook). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those services and encourage you to review their own policies.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions or Requests?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact the faculty office: