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A review of WeChat conducted by Pitt Digital Security, the Office of Research Security, Office of Compliance, Investigations, and Ethics, along with discussions involving other universities, relevant organizations, and federal law enforcement resulted in the following University of Pittsburgh WeChat Usage Guidelines:
- Restricted Access: WeChat is NOT to be accessed for University business on any University of Pittsburgh device, network, or account.
- Data Restrictions: The use of WeChat through an intermediary for business purposes must NOT involve any proprietary University information, private, or restricted data.
- Third-Party Usage: WeChat may ONLY be used for business purposes through a third-party vendor approved via the University purchasing process, which includes comprehensive security and purchasing reviews. Direct access is not permitted.
- Purpose Limitation: Business usage is strictly limited to student recruitment and engagement purposes. Any additional use REQUIRES explicit approval from Pitt Security