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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: December 2025 Effective Date: June 9, 2025

Table of Contents

  • Overview
  • Information We Collect
  • How We Use Information
  • Information Sharing
  • Data Security
  • Student Privacy
  • Cookies & Tracking
  • Your Rights
  • Data Retention
  • International Users
  • Policy Changes
  • Contact Us

1. Overview

Welcome to Dormigo, operated by Dormunity Inc. ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").

Key Points

  • We only collect information necessary to provide our services
  • We never sell your personal information to third parties
  • You have control over your data and privacy settings
  • We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone number)
  • University affiliation and student status
  • Profile photo and basic demographic information
  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of the Service:

  • Device information (type, operating system, unique identifiers)
  • Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
  • Location data (when you enable location services)
  • App usage patterns and preferences

User-Generated Content

Information you provide when using our features:

  • Accommodation listings and descriptions
  • Messages and communications with other users
  • Reviews and ratings
  • Photos and media uploads

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Service Provision

To provide, maintain, and improve our services, including matching you with relevant accommodations and ride-sharing opportunities.

Safety & Security

To verify user identity, prevent fraud, and maintain the safety and security of our platform and community.

Communication

To send you important updates, notifications, and respond to your inquiries and support requests.

Analytics

To analyze usage patterns, improve our services, and develop new features that better serve our student community.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With Other Users

When you use our services, certain information may be visible to other users:

  • Profile information you choose to make public
  • Accommodation listings you post
  • Reviews and ratings (with your name or username)

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform, such as:

  • Cloud hosting and data storage providers
  • Payment processing services
  • Analytics and performance monitoring tools
  • Customer support platforms

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests from public authorities.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption

All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols.

Secure Storage

Your data is stored on secure servers with restricted access and regular security audits.

Access Controls

We limit access to personal information to authorized personnel who need it for business purposes.

Monitoring

We continuously monitor our systems for potential security threats and vulnerabilities.

6. Student Privacy

As a platform designed for students, we take special care to protect student privacy:

Student-Specific Protections

  • We verify student status to maintain a trusted community
  • We do not share student information with educational institutions without consent
  • We comply with applicable student privacy laws (FERPA, COPPA where applicable)
  • Students under 18 require parental consent to use our services

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality and security
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how you use our service
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analytics Cookies: Provide insights to improve our services

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

8. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

Correction

Update or correct inaccurate personal information

Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)

Portability

Receive your data in a portable format to transfer to another service

Objection

Object to certain processing of your personal information

Restriction

Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@dormunity.app.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

  • Account Information: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deletion
  • Transaction Records: Retained for legal and accounting purposes (typically 7 years)
  • Communications: Retained for customer service and legal purposes
  • Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

  • Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Certification schemes and codes of conduct

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:

  • Post the updated policy on our website and app
  • Update the "Last Updated" date
  • Notify you of significant changes via email or app notification
  • Provide a reasonable notice period before changes take effect

12. Contact Us

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

Email

privacy@dormunity.app

Data Protection Officer

dpo@dormunity.app

Company

Dormunity Inc
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