Privacy & DataProtection Policy
The Ministry is committed to protecting personal information, maintaining public trust, and safeguarding privacy when delivering digital information and government services.
Privacy Guarantee
Responsible Data Handling
This policy explains how personal information is collected, used, shared, retained and protected across all official Ministry web services.
About this Privacy Policy
This policy applies to all personal information collected through this website and Ministry-operated digital portals. Specific additional privacy notices may apply to specialized portal systems.
1. Overview
This Privacy Policy outlines how personal information is gathered, managed, and protected when you visit this website, communicate with the Ministry, or utilize online services.
The Ministry adheres to strict data minimisation principles, collecting only information reasonably required to deliver public services and satisfy statutory obligations.
2. Information We Collect
The type of data collected depends on your specific interaction with our digital services:
Personal Information
Names, NIC numbers, or contact details provided through Ministry service applications.
Contact Details
Email addresses, telephone numbers, postal addresses and preferred communication channels.
Technical Usage Data
Browser type, device IP, page views, and analytical session data to optimize website performance.
Application Submissions
Registration forms, permit applications, public inquiries, and online service submissions.
3. How Information is Used
Information gathered by the Ministry is utilized exclusively for legitimate administrative, public-service, and regulatory purposes:
- Provide official government information and public services
- Process licensing applications, vessel registrations and permits
- Respond to public inquiries, grievances and feedback
- Improve website usability, performance and accessibility
- Maintain system security and prevent unauthorized activity
- Fulfill statutory, administrative and legal obligations
5. Information Security
Appropriate technical and organizational safeguards—including SSL encryption, secure data hosting, role-based access control, and vulnerability monitoring—are deployed to safeguard information against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Access Records
Request details regarding personal data held by the Ministry under RTI and privacy frameworks.
Request Corrections
Submit correction requests for inaccurate, outdated, or incomplete personal details.
Inquire on Usage
Contact our data protection desk regarding how personal information is handled.
Submit Grievances
Report privacy concerns or provide feedback regarding digital service data practices.
10. Contact the Ministry
For privacy inquiries, data access requests, or to report a data protection concern, please contact our team:
Ministry Privacy Desk
Email: info@fisheries.gov.lk • Tel: +94 112 327 060