Last updated: September 2025
The Republic of Sabah North Borneo Government-in-Exile (RSNB-GIE, "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all visitors to our website and members of our community. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights in relation to your personal data.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please do not use our website.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information in the following circumstances:
Contact Form Submissions: When you contact us through our website, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
Membership and Volunteer Applications: If you apply to become a member or volunteer, we collect the information you provide in your application, which may include your name, contact details, location, and relevant background information.
Newsletter Subscriptions: If you subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list, we collect your email address and, optionally, your name.
Website Usage Data: Our website may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit. This information is used to maintain and improve our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:
To Respond to Inquiries: We use contact form submissions to respond to questions, requests, and inquiries from visitors and supporters.
To Manage Membership and Volunteers: Information from membership and volunteer applications is used to manage our organizational roster and coordinate volunteer activities.
To Send Communications: With your consent, we use your email address to send newsletters, updates, and official communications from the RSNB-GIE. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time.
To Improve Our Website: We use technical website data to understand how our site is used and to make improvements to content and functionality.
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as required by law.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience. We use cookies for the following purposes:
Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate our website.
Functional Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences and settings to improve your experience on subsequent visits.
You can control cookie settings through your browser. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or to be alerted when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Our website uses HTTPS encryption to protect data transmitted between your browser and our servers. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Contact form submissions are retained for a reasonable period to allow us to respond and follow up if necessary. Membership data is retained for the duration of membership and for a reasonable period thereafter.
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us using the details provided below.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal data:
The right to access the personal information we hold about you; the right to request correction of inaccurate information; the right to request deletion of your personal data; the right to withdraw consent for processing; and the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority in your jurisdiction.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will post any updates on this page and revise the "Last updated" date accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us:
Email: info@rsnb-gie.org
Postal: Republic of Sabah North Borneo Government-in-Exile, Melbourne, Australia