Privacy Policy

Last updated: 12/6/2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, university, major, graduation year
  • Profile Information: Bio, interests, current job (for graduates), availability
  • Communication Data: Messages sent through our platform
  • Usage Data: How you interact with our service, pages visited, features used

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Match you with relevant mentors or mentees
  • Facilitate communication between users
  • Send you updates, notifications, and support messages
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
  • Ensure platform safety and prevent misuse

3. Information Sharing

We share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Other Users: Your profile information is visible to other users to facilitate connections
  • Service Providers: With third-party services that help us operate our platform
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we have about you
  • Update: Correct or update your personal information through your account settings
  • Delete: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our platform. These help us remember your preferences, analyze site traffic, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. Third-Party Links

Our service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

UniBuddy is intended for users who are at least 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. International Users

If you access UniBuddy from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and our central database is operated.

10. 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.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and sending you an email notification. Your continued use of our service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

This Privacy Policy helps you understand how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use UniBuddy.