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HR Policy - UW System Administrative Policy 1245 - Personal Internet Account Access
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance on how to comply with Wis. Stat. § 995.55, a law that places restrictions on access to, and observation of, the personal Internet accounts of current and prospective employees and students. It also identifies the rights applicable to employers and educational institutions.
| Functional Owner | UW System |
| Executive Sponsors | UW System Level Policy |
| Policy Contact | Human Resources Office |
Who this policy applies to:
All employees
Rationale:
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance on how to comply with Wis. Stat. § 995.55, a law that places restrictions on access to, and observation of, the personal Internet accounts of current and prospective employees and students. It also identifies the rights applicable to employers and educational institutions.
Policy Detail:
This UW System Policy is available on the UW System Policy Page. For more information, please visit:
Revision History:
Format updated June 2025.