Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Student Network ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Name and contact information
• University email address
• Profile picture
• Academic information (university, major, year)
• Housing preferences and search history
• Location data (with your permission)

Automatically Collected Information

• Device information and identifiers
• Usage data and analytics
• IP address and location data
• App performance and error logs

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Verify your university affiliation
• Connect you with other students, housing, and rides
• Send you notifications and updates
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Ensure safety and security on our platform
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With other users: Your profile information and listings are visible to other verified students
• With service providers: We work with trusted third parties to help operate our services
• For legal purposes: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
• With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

We use:

• End-to-end encryption for messages
• Secure data storage and transmission
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt out of promotional communications
• Control location data sharing
• Request a copy of your data
• Object to certain data processing activities

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. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are designed for students who are at least 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. 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 to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

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 Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: