Privacy Policy - Collegon

Last Updated: September 06, 2025
Collegon (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you access and use our website, services, and online platform located at https://www.collegon.com (the “Platform”).
By using our Platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide to Us
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
· Register for an account
· Create or update your profile (e.g., education, interests, research field)
· Post reviews, comments, or contributions on sections like Mentors, Campus Forum, Sharing, or Vote
· Contact us for support or feedback
This may include:
· Name
· Email address
· Academic and professional background
· Content you create (posts, messages, reviews, etc.)
b. Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect
certain technical information when you use the Platform, such as:
· IP address · Pages visited
· Interaction data (e.g., clicks, scrolls)
We may use cookies and similar technologies (see Cookie Policy) to enhance your experience and analyze usage.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
· Provide, personalize, and improve our Platform
· Allow you to interact with features (e.g., posting reviews, connecting with peers)
· Respond to your questions and provide customer support
· Prevent fraud, abuse, or harmful activity
· Conduct analytics and research to improve our services
· Send important notifications related to your account
· Offer content and recommendations that are relevant to your interests

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information with:
· Other users: Profile information, posts, and reviews may be visible to other users.
· Service providers: We may share data with third-party vendors who help us operate the Platform (e.g., hosting, analytics).
· Legal authorities: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect rights, safety, or property.

4. Your Choices

You have control over your information:
· Edit Profile: You can update your profile and preferences anytime via the "Edit My Niche" feature.
· Delete Account: You may request deletion of your account and associated data.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. Use caution when sharing personal information online.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Content like reviews may remain visible even after account deletion for transparency unless requested otherwise.

7. International Users

Collegon is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the Platform from outside the U.S., you consent to the transfer and processing of your data in the U.S.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under this age. If you believe a child has provided us data, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We may notify you of significant changes by email or through the Platform.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
admin@Collegon.com