Effective Date: 2025
The West Africa Health Examinations Board (WAHEB) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, register for examinations, or engage with any of our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Identification Information: Full name, date of birth, gender, contact details, and identification numbers.
Educational and Professional Information: Training institution, qualifications, examination history, and certifications.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing activity on our website.
Payment Information: Transaction details for examination fees or other services (note: payment information is processed securely and not stored by WAHEB).
2. How We Use Your Information
WAHEB uses collected information to:
Process examination registrations and deliver results.
Maintain accurate records of certifications and credentials.
Improve our services, website, and examination administration processes.
Communicate updates, examination schedules, and policy changes.
Comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
3. How We Protect Your Data
All personal data is stored securely on protected servers with restricted access.
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.
Sensitive data such as examination scores and certificates are accessible only to authorized WAHEB personnel and the candidate.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
WAHEB does not sell or rent personal data. We may share information only:
With authorized examination centers, institutions, or regulatory bodies for verification purposes.
To comply with lawful requests by public authorities or government agencies.
With trusted service providers that help us operate our systems and deliver services, under strict confidentiality agreements.
5. Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and improve site functionality. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work as intended.
6. Data Retention
WAHEB retains personal data only as long as necessary to:
Provide services and maintain certification records.
Fulfill regulatory and institutional requirements.
After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access and request a copy of your personal information.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Request deletion of your data where applicable.
Withdraw consent to receive communications.
Requests can be submitted via our contact details below.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. WAHEB is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
WAHEB may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in practices or regulations. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
West Africa Health Examinations Board (WAHEB)