American Samoa
Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Introduction
The Port Administration of American Samoa (PAAS) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit the Manu'a Tele Schedule website. Please read this policy carefully. By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our website:
Personal Information
- Full name, email address, and role when you create an account
- Connection details such as IP address and access timestamps
- Authentication credentials used to sign in to the platform
Non-Personal Information
- Browser type, operating system, and device information
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
- Referring website addresses and search terms used
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and maintain the Manu'a Tele Schedule platform
- To authenticate users and manage access to administrative features
- To process and display vessel sailing schedules, voyage information, and port operations
- To improve our website, services, and user experience
- To communicate with registered users about schedule changes or system updates
- To monitor and analyse usage trends to enhance functionality
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or security threats
Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist us in operating the website and conducting our business, subject to confidentiality obligations
- When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of PAAS, our users, or the public
- With your explicit consent
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encrypted data transmission using SSL/TLS protocols
- Secure authentication with hashed passwords
- Role-based access controls for administrative functions
- Regular security reviews and updates
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Account information is retained for the duration of your account's active status and for a reasonable period thereafter.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- The right to access the personal information we hold about you
- The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- The right to request deletion of your personal information
- The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact the Port Administration of American Samoa.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under age 13, we will take steps to remove that information promptly.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every website you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact the Port Administration of American Samoa (PAAS).