When collecting data for a survey or research purpose, it is important to follow these guidelines to ensure the protection of data privacy.  

• Avoid collecting any personal or sensitive data if they are not required. 
  
  
• If deemed necessary, 
  
  
  • Collect only the minimal amount of data required. 
    
    
  • Avoid using personal devices to collect personal data. 
    
    
  • Avoid using social media channels/platforms, such as WhatsApp, WeChat, or Facebook, to collect personal data. 
    
    
  • Avoid using public cloud online forms, such as Google Form, to collect personal data. 
    
    
  • Use a secure platform, such as ITSC CU Web Form, to collect personal data.  
    
    
  • Include PPS and PIC statement and Follow the University’s Guidelines in Protection of Personal Data (Privacy) when collecting and handling personal data. 
    
    
  • Make sure the data collected are protected, e.g. by encryption, and not accessible by unauthorized parties. 

More information can be found in the Guidelines of Creating An Online Form.