Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 8, 2025

Welcome to CollegeMate! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our platform.

Information We Collect

Personal Information: When you register as a CollegeMate, we collect your profile photo, name, email address, LinkedIn profile, educational details, and bio. When you make a booking, we collect your name, email, and any booking-related information (e.g. notes shared with the CollegeMate beforehand).
Payment Information: Payments are securely processed through Stripe, PayPal, or Venmo. We do not store your credit card or other sensitive payment details.
Usage Data: We may collect information about your interactions with the platform, including log data, device information, and cookies.

How We Use Your Information

To provide and improve our services
To process transactions and payments
To facilitate communication between users
To ensure platform security and compliance
To send notifications and updates related to your use of CollegeMate.net

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or share your personal information. If you’re a CollegeMate, your profile details will be publicly visible to users searching for CollegeMates on the platform.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@collegemate.net.