Privacy Policy
At PrepCircle, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our platform.
Last Updated: May 16, 2024
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
When you use PrepCircle, we collect the following information:
- Display name you choose when creating a session
- Messages and content you post in study rooms
- Study rooms you create or join
- Reports you submit regarding content or users
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect certain information when you visit or use our platform:
- IP address (stored as a hashed value for privacy)
- Browser type and version
- Device information (operating system, screen size)
- Language preferences
- Date and time of access
- Pages visited
- Referring website
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our services
- To identify and authenticate users
- To facilitate communication in study rooms
- To moderate content and enforce our community guidelines
- To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform
- To prevent abuse and ensure security
- To respond to your inquiries and support requests
3. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Supabase. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Messages in study rooms are automatically deleted after 7 days to minimize data retention and maintain relevance. Study rooms without activity for 7 days are archived.
4. Cookies and Similar Technologies
PrepCircle uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze usage patterns, and maintain your session state. We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality like session management
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Performance/Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our platform
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our platform.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With other users in the study rooms you join (limited to your display name and messages)
- With service providers who help us operate our platform (hosting, analytics)
- When required by law or to protect our rights
- In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
6. User Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access to your personal information
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of your personal information
- Objection to processing of your information
- Data portability
- Withdrawal of consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.
7. Children's Privacy
PrepCircle is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: ajay.ambaliya007@gmail.com
Phone: 9727572153