1. Introduction

Ngarran University welcomes all visitors to its electronic gates, and makes its content available for personal use in order to benefit users, while fully adhering to the regulations in effect throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Accessing and using any of the university’s websites constitutes an implicit approval of these terms and conditions without restriction or qualification, whether the user is registered or not, and this approval comes into effect from the date of first use.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using any of the Shaqreen University electronic sites, you agree to be fully compliant with the terms and conditions of this policy and acknowledge your full responsibility for any illegal or unauthorized use.

3. Amendments and Updates

The administration of the portal reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the site after the publication of any modification constitutes acceptance by you of such changes. We recommend reviewing the policy periodically.

4. Policy

The websites of Najran University in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (hereinafter referred to as “Najran University Portal” or “the Portal”) are available for personal use to all visitors. Accessing and using this Portal is subject to the terms and conditions of use, and the applicable laws and regulations of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A visitor’s use of the Portal constitutes a clear and explicit approval of all terms and conditions of use, whether the user is registered or unregistered, and such approval takes effect from the date of the first login to the Portal.

The user assumes full responsibility for any use of information accessed through the portal. Use of the portal is subject to terms and conditions that may be updated and modified continuously according to the portal administration’s requirements. These changes become effective upon approval, requiring visitors to periodically review these terms and conditions and disclaimers of liability, as continued use constitutes a complete acceptance of any modifications made. Please note that these terms include provisions related to intellectual property rights, and the portal administration does not commit to prior notification of any changes made to them.

Executive Policy and Procedures

5. Restrictions on Use

  • Downloading or uploading files containing software, materials, or information for which the visitor does not have usage rights or does not possess the necessary licenses.
  • Using the portal to send promotional or unsolicited emails, or engaging in any form of cyberbullying.
  • Uploading files containing viruses, malware, or corrupted data may negatively impact the portal and its users.
  • Publishing or distributing or displaying any content that constitutes defamation, violates regulations, contains inappropriate materials, or conflicts with Islamic Sharia law, ethical values, or public order.
  • Engaging in illegal or activities violating the regulations of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • The announcement through the portal of any product or service that violates laws or damages the university’s reputation.
  • Attempting to disrupt or impair the operation of the gateway using tools, programs, or means that affect its proper performance.

    Disclaimer

    The user or the party uploading files or data assumes full legal responsibility for any violations that may result from those files, such as containing intellectual property rights or patented materials, or if they violate the Kingdom’s general policies. Najran University and those responsible for managing and operating its electronic gateway fully release themselves from any legal or regulatory consequences arising from this use.

    Using Links to Prince of Mu’izzmah University Portal

    Except as specifically stated in this policy, copying or republishing any of the content of Najran University portal, creating electronic links to it, or displaying it within external frames (`frames`) on other websites without obtaining prior formal permission from the university is prohibited.

    It is permissible to include direct links to the Prince Nourah University portal on websites that are consistent in their content and objectives with the university’s policies and frameworks, provided these links are not used in a manner that harms the university or contradicts its orientations.

    And the University of Najran is in no way a party or related to any trademarks, logos, service marks, or other media that appear on websites that include links to its portal or rely on its content.

    The university reserves all its rights to block or suspend any link leading to its portal if it is associated with inappropriate, offensive, unlawful content, or contains materials that violate public decency standards, infringe intellectual property or privacy rights.“The University of Najran also has the right to disable or remove any unauthorized link or one that contradicts the principles of the portal and its mission, and the university assumes no responsibility for the content of other websites accessed through links found on its portal or referred to by them.”

    Links from Najran University Portal

    The King Saud University portal provides links to external websites or portals solely for the convenience of visitors, without assuming any legal or technical responsibility for the content or credibility of those sites. The presence of any external link does not in any way constitute an endorsement by King Saud University of the content included in that site, and use of such links is at the sole responsibility of the visitor.

    And the portal administration works diligently to update and replace inactive links with alternative links that function correctly, however, direct control over those links is not possible, therefore, the university does not guarantee their continued operation or accuracy at all times.

    Virus Protection

    Najran University continuously monitors and updates the content of its electronic gateway to ensure it is free from viruses and malicious software, and recommends that visitors use an up-to-date antivirus program when downloading any files or content from the internet. The university accepts no responsibility for any damage, data loss, or malfunctions affecting users' devices resulting from accessing the gateway or downloading materials from it.

    Waiving Claims

    The services and content of the Najran University portal are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties, express or implied, regarding accuracy, availability, or freedom from errors. The administration of the portal shall not be liable for any malfunctions, interruptions, or damages arising from the use of the website or its connection to external websites, whether known to the administration or not.

    All data or communications that the user transmits through the portal are not owned by him and the university does not guarantee their confidentiality. They are handled in accordance with the announced policies on the University’s portal regarding information security and privacy. Furthermore, any interaction via the portal does not grant the user any legal rights or privileges of any kind.

    In this regard, any concession made by Najran University to one of its rights stipulated in this policy in a specific situation will not be considered a permanent or comprehensive waiver of that right or any other right in subsequent situations.

    Limitation of Liability

    The e-portal of Najran University provides digital services and supporting information related to academic and administrative bodies, as well as other sectors. It aims to simplify traditional procedures without negating direct communication with the relevant authorities. The user acknowledges that data exchanged online may be vulnerable to interference or hacking by unauthorized parties. Accordingly, use of this portal is at the sole responsibility of the individual user, and the University or the portal administration assume no legal or technical liability for any direct or indirect damage arising from the use of the portal or reliance on information, opinions, or content published therein. This applies to any loss of data, hardware malfunctions, slow or unstable network access, or any behavior by other users. The user hereby expressly acknowledges that the sole means of addressing potential harm or loss resulting from the use of Najran University’s e-portal is to cease using the site or leave it, without any right to claim compensation of any kind.

    Copyright

    The King Saud University Electronic Gateway is subject to technical supervision by the University’s Information Technology Administration, and all materials available through the gateway, including texts, illustrations, software, designs, and content, are protected under copyright and trademark laws and intellectual property rights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

    In line with the University’s mission to prepare an aware and qualified generation to serve the homeland according to the values and principles of Islamic Sharia, use of the portal's content is permitted for non-profit personal purposes, provided that it is explicitly stated that the source of the content is the Najran University Portal.It is not permissible under any circumstances to sell, license, reproduce, copy, modify, distribute, display, republish, or upload any of the content of this portal for commercial or public purposes without obtaining prior written approval from Najran University. Any modification to any part of the portal’s content is strictly prohibited, and all drawings and images are protected by copyright and may not be copied or used in any way without prior written permission from the University.

    University of Najran's Policy on E-Participation

    Saudi Arabia is keeping pace with a comprehensive renaissance driven by an ambitious growth vision, whose positive effects have been reflected across various sectors and established a new phase of joint work and constructive dialogue, considering them as fundamental pillars in achieving sustainable development. Based on the strategic principles that King Saud University adopts in managing its academic and administrative affairs, it has given significant importance to the involvement of concerned parties and interested individuals when preparing general policies and developmental plans for all its projects, programs, and initiatives, while emphasizing the promotion of firmly rooted Islamic values, and the integration of knowledge in various scientific and professional fields, which contributes to human capital development and meeting the needs of public and private sectors in light of accelerating changes, to achieve continuous development in the academic and service sectors.

    And thanks to the developments achieved in digital transformation within the Kingdom, the University has launched a number of facilitated technical mechanisms that allow visitors and beneficiaries to communicate their suggestions and opinions directly to university officials, including His Excellency the President of the University, within the framework of what is known as "eParticipation”. This initiative aims to provide diverse digital channels that enable citizens, residents, and private sector businesses to interact with the University by sending their opinions and observations electronically to the relevant authorities, while ensuring the University’s commitment to rapid response and maintaining data privacy during the communication process.

    Participation in Decision Making and Policy Formulation

    Numantia University does not limit itself through its electronic portal to receive contributions and proposals from its visitors, but rather effectively seeks to employ these submissions in developing work methodologies within the university, by transforming them into applicable results that have a positive impact on the reality of institutional operations. This process begins with identifying strategic priorities, passing through formulating general policies, and ending with making decisions that achieve public interest and support the University’s objectives.

    The University believes that the participation of the academic, administrative, and interested community outside the university is a fundamental pillar in achieving institutional excellence, reflecting a commitment to a participatory environment that enhances performance quality and keeps pace with the aspirations of beneficiaries. In this regard, the University provides an opportunity for everyone connected to its educational or administrative environment to contribute their opinion in shaping its future and developmental plans.

    And in line with this strategic approach, the Najran University portal has activated a range of electronic tools and channels for participation that allow users to contribute to decision-making and shape policies related to the academic sector and university services throughout the Kingdom, which enhances transparency and interaction between the University and its internal and external communities.

    • Propose specific topics for discussion through the available electronic participation channels, with a brief overview of previous key contributions, their current results, and the launch times and interaction mechanisms for future discussions.
  • Define specific criteria and guidelines for each participation channel, ensuring that discussions are directed towards desired objectives, encourages the presentation of objective opinions and proposals to serve the institutional development process, while preventing misuse or personal criticism.
  • Please note that users should not post duplicate responses to the same topic to ensure accurate analysis and reliable results.
  • Detailed analysis of the submissions, classifying them according to their axes, and submitting the results to the relevant departments for inclusion in operational plans and prioritization.Sharing results with users transparently, while clarifying the actions taken based on those submissions.Since the University adopted electronic participation tools, the portal administration has addressed numerous topics for voting and opinion polling regarding University services and policies. It published specialized blog posts to showcase service updates and facilitate discussion about their development, analyzed data received from visitors and utilized it to improve operational performance within related departments, and enhanced community engagement through the University’s official social media channels.

    Client Charter

    The University of Najran’s electronic portal is a strategic channel for interaction between the university and all its beneficiaries, including students, faculty members, visitors, and business sector representatives. In line with the importance of clear communication between parties, the university has been keen to establish a comprehensive customer charter that, on one hand, defines the university’s commitments towards portal visitors, and on the other hand, sets out the responsibilities of visitors to ensure the highest levels of mutual benefit and value.

    Firstly: University Commitments

    • Support and Assistance: The online portal provides a dedicated section for technical and advisory support, including diverse content such as explanatory texts, multimedia materials, and support files that enable users to obtain assistance directly, alongside links to frequently asked questions, usage guidelines, and the mobile version.
  • Privacy and Data Protection: The University places user data privacy at the forefront of its priorities and is committed to protecting it in accordance with best technical and regulatory practices, as outlined in the Privacy Policy and Information Confidentiality document.
  • Mechanisms for Participation and Communication: The portal administration is committed to providing effective communication channels that enable visitors to interact, offer their opinions and feedback, which contributes to improving the quality of services provided and developing overall performance.

    Secondly: Client Responsibilities

    • Compliance with Terms of Use: Users are required to review the terms of use for the portal and fully comply with all provisions and instructions contained therein.
    Active Participation: The electronic gateway provides multiple tools for submitting complaints, feedback, and suggestions, and these submissions are directed to the relevant authorities within the university, according to specific standards that ensure objectivity and respect for communication etiquette, while ensuring their reach to the senior management, including the President of the University.