Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, complete your profile, or communicate with us.

Personal Information

• Name, email address, and contact information
• Educational background and academic information
• Professional experience and skills
• Profile information and preferences
• Communication preferences and settings

Usage Information

• Log data and device information
• Usage patterns and interactions with the platform
• Project participation and collaboration data
• Communication and messaging data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services:

• Connect students with businesses for project collaboration
• Facilitate communication between users
• Provide project management and tracking tools
• Send important updates and notifications
• Improve our platform and user experience
• Ensure platform security and prevent fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

• With your consent: We may share information when you explicitly agree
• Service providers: We work with trusted third-party services to help operate our platform
• Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition
• Safety and security: To protect our users and platform

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze platform usage and performance
• Provide personalized content and features
• Ensure platform security and functionality

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. The retention period depends on:

• The type of information and its purpose
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Your account status and activity
• Legitimate business needs

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this policy and applicable laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: