Privacy Policy
Effective: June 28, 2023
Effective: June 28, 2023
College Souk is a comprehensive platform that offers various products and services aimed at college students. When you use our services, you may share certain information with us. We are committed to being transparent about the information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and the controls we provide to access, update, and delete your information.
We have written this Privacy Policy in a clear and user-friendly manner to ensure it is easily understandable for all our users. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
For a quick overview, you can refer to this summary and explore our Privacy Center, which provides concise summaries and privacy features specific to our products.
College Souk ("we," "us," or "our") values the privacy of our users ("you" or "your") and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform and services.
There are three basic categories of information we collect:
- Personal Information.
- Usage and Log Data.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies.
Here’s a little more detail on each of these categories.
Personal Information. We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, contact information, and other identifiable details when you register for an account or use our services.
Content Information. We automatically collect information about your interactions with our platform, including your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and operating system. We may also collect data on your activities, preferences, and usage patterns.
Usage and Log Data. We automatically collect information about your interactions with our platform, including your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and operating system. We may also collect data on your activities, preferences, and usage patterns.
Cookies and Similar Technologies We may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather information about how you interact with our platform.
Provide and Personalize Services. We use your information to deliver and improve our platform, personalize your experience, and provide you with relevant content, features, and recommendations.
Communication. We may send you notifications, updates, and promotional materials based on your preferences and in compliance with applicable laws. You have the option to opt-out of marketing communications.
Analytics and Insights. We analyze user data to understand trends, measure the effectiveness of our services, and improve our platform's performance.
Third-Party Service Providers. We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist us in operating our platform and delivering services. These providers have access to your information solely for performing tasks on our behalf and are obligated to maintain its confidentiality.
Advertisers. If you interact with advertisements on our platform or choose to request more information from advertisers, we may share your email and first name with them to facilitate their response to your request.
Legal Compliance. We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests.
Business Transfers. In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
Access and Updates
You have the right to access, update, correct, or delete your personal information. You can manage your account settings and make changes to your information through our platform.
Marketing Preferences
You can choose to opt-in or opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us. You can update your preferences within your account settings or by following the instructions provided in the communications.
Data Retention
You can choose to opt-in or opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us. You can update your preferences within your account settings or by following the instructions provided in the communications.
SMS Privacy Section
At College Souk, we prioritize the privacy and security of your personal information. This SMS privacy section outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when opting in to receive SMS communications from us.
Information We Collect
When you opt in to receive SMS communications from College Souk, we may collect personal information such as your mobile phone number and any additional details you provide during the opt-in process. We only collect information necessary to deliver relevant SMS communications and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
How we use your information
The information collected during the SMS opt-in process is used solely for delivering timely and pertinent communications to you via SMS. This includes updates on admissions, deadlines, campus events, promotional offers, and other communications related to College Souk's services and programs.
We may also share information as follows or as otherwise described in this Privacy Policy:
- With vendors, consultants and other service providers who need access to such information to carry out work on our behalf;
- If we believe your actions are inconsistent with our user agreements or policies, or to protect the rights, property and safety of College Souk or others;
- In connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of company assets, financing or acquisition of all or a portion of our business by another company;
- Between and among College Souk, and its current and future parents, affiliates, subsidiaries, and other companies under common control and ownership;
- In order to comply with a law, regulation, legal process, governmental request or law enforcement action, the compliance of which is either legally required or, at College's Souk discretion, to law enforcement to ensure the safety of our communities.
Data Security
College Souk employs robust measures to secure your personal information. We have implemented technical and organizational safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of your data. Your information is stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel who are bound by confidentiality obligations.
Your Consent
By opting in to receive SMS communications from College Souk, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this SMS privacy section. Standard message and data rates may apply, and you may opt out of receiving further SMS communications at any time by following the instructions provided in the SMS messages.
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to access, update, correct, or delete your personal information. You can manage your preferences, including marketing communications, by adjusting your account settings or contacting us directly.
Children's Privacy
Our platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete the information promptly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at support@collegesouk.com.
Please note that this is a general privacy policy template and should be reviewed and customized to accurately reflect College Souk's specific practices, applicable laws, and requirements.
