Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly when you create an account, update your profile, or communicate with us. This includes:

• Personal identification: Full name, email address, profile photo, batch year, and student ID.
• Professional details: Current employer, job title, location, LinkedIn profile, and skills.
• Authentication data: Google OAuth tokens used for sign-in (we do not store your Google password).
• Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and interactions within the platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the platform.
• Populate the alumni directory and enable member searches.
• Send you newsletters, event notifications, and important updates (with your consent).
• Facilitate the mentorship program and career opportunities.
• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience.
• Comply with legal obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data in the following circumstances:

• With other alumni: Profile information is visible to verified, logged-in alumni members based on your privacy settings.
• Service providers: Trusted third-party services that help us operate the platform (e.g., hosting, email delivery), bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers. We use industry-standard encryption (HTTPS/TLS) and access controls to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information via your profile settings.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data.
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from newsletters at any time using the link in any email.
• Visibility control: Control what profile information is visible in the alumni directory.

6. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember preferences, and analyze usage. For full details, please read our Cookie Policy.

7. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to external websites (e.g., DIU official site, LinkedIn). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. Children's Privacy

The platform is intended for university graduates and is not directed at anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the platform or via email. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].