1. Privacy Policy Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how Connect Buddy collects, uses, stores, and protects personal and institutional information. We are committed to ensuring your data is handled with the highest level of security.

Information We Collect

• Personal details (name, email, mobile number)
• Educational and alumni information
• Profile data shared voluntarily by users
• Login, device, and usage data

Use of Information

We use collected data to enable networking, allow institutions to manage relations, display achievements, and improve platform functionality.

2. Data Sharing & Security

We do not sell personal data. Information is only shared between alumni and their registered institutions, or with trusted service providers required for operations.

We implement technical measures including OTP-based authentication and access controls. While we strive for maximum protection, please note that no digital system is 100% secure.

3. Cookie Policy

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance your experience.

• Essential Cookies: Used for secure login and session management.
• Performance Cookies: Used for analytics and tracking platform health.
• Preference Cookies: Used to remember your custom settings.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect some features.

4. User & Institutional Consent

Alumni Consent

By registering, alumni consent to the display of their profile to connected users and receiving institutional notices/notifications.

Institutional Consent

Institutions consent to managing data on the platform and communicating with alumni through the Connect Buddy ecosystem.

5. Contact Information

Connect Buddy reserves the right to update these policies. Significant changes will be notified to all active users.