Privacy Policy

2. Information We Collect

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile settings when you register.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, search terms entered, time stamps, device/browser details.
• Preferences: College criteria, saved lists, filters, and selections you make.
• Communications: Emails and messages you send through our platform.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide Services: To run and improve the College Selection Tool and related features.
• Personalization: To tailor recommendations, content, and notifications to your preferences.
• Communication: To respond to inquiries, send updates, and transactional messages.
• Analytics: To understand usage patterns and enhance user experience.
• Compliance: To fulfill legal obligations and protect our rights.

4. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior. You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings, but this may affect functionality.

5. Sharing & Disclosure

• Third-Party Service Providers: We may share data with hosting, analytics, email, and support vendors.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information to comply with legal processes or to protect our rights.
• Business Transfers: If we merge or sell assets, user data may be transferred under confidentiality terms.

6. Third-Party Links

Our site may link to external sites for your convenience. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing personal information.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures (encryption, access controls) to protect your data. However, no system is impenetrable—use caution when sharing sensitive information.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for users under 16 without parental consent. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Contact us if you believe we have done so.

10. International Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed outside your country. We take steps to ensure adequate protections in accordance with applicable laws.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. To exercise your rights, contact us as below.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. The “Last Updated” date below will reflect changes. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.