Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 8, 2024

Thank you for using EduLand. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

  • Email address - For account creation and recovery
  • Username - Your chosen display name
  • Student status - To verify eligibility
  • Gender - Optional demographic information

User-Generated Content

  • Messages - Private and group chat messages
  • Marketplace listings - Items you post for sale
  • Events - Campus events you create or join
  • Profile information - Bio, avatar, and other optional details

Device Information

  • Device type and model
  • Operating system version
  • FCM token - For push notifications
  • Last active timestamp
  • Online status

2. How We Use Your Data

We use the collected information for:

  • Account management - Creating and maintaining your account
  • Messaging service - Enabling chat functionality
  • Push notifications - Sending you message alerts
  • Moderation & safety - Enforcing community guidelines and detecting violations
  • Service improvement - Analytics to improve user experience

3. Data Sharing

We share your data with:

Third-Party Services

  • Supabase - Database hosting and authentication
  • Firebase - Push notifications and analytics
  • Cloudflare - CDN and web hosting

Other Users

The following information is visible to other EduLand users:

  • Username
  • Messages you send
  • Marketplace listings
  • Events you create
  • Online status

We DO NOT:

  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Share your email address with other users
  • Share your private messages publicly

4. Data Retention

  • Active accounts - Data retained as long as your account remains active and necessary for service provision
  • Inactive accounts - Accounts inactive for 2+ years may be deleted after notification
  • Deleted messages - Removed immediately from all devices
  • Deleted accounts - Personal data deleted within 30 days of account deletion request
  • Backup data - May be retained for up to 90 days for disaster recovery purposes

5. Your Rights (GDPR/KVKK)

You have the right to:

  • Access - Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correct - Update incorrect or incomplete information
  • Delete - Request deletion of your account and data
  • Data portability - Export your data in a machine-readable format
  • Object - Object to certain data processing activities
  • Withdraw consent - Withdraw previously given consent at any time
  • Restrict processing - Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States and European Union. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

7. Security

We implement security measures including:

  • Encryption in transit - TLS/SSL for all data transmission
  • Encryption at rest - Database encryption
  • Row-level security (RLS) - Database access controls
  • Regular security audits - Ongoing vulnerability assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

8. Age Requirements & Children's Privacy

EduLand is intended for users 16 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are under 16, please do not use this service or provide any personal information.

If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected]

9. User Eligibility

EduLand is intended for students enrolled in educational institutions. We verify user eligibility during the signup process through student verification.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use the following tracking technologies:

  • Firebase Analytics - To understand app usage patterns
  • Crashlytics - To detect and fix crashes
  • Essential cookies - For authentication and security

You can opt out of analytics through your device settings.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
  • Sending an in-app notification
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top

Your continued use of EduLand after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

For KVKK (Turkey) inquiries, you may also contact us at the same email addresses.

By using EduLand, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

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