Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

EduConnect Nigeria ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• University affiliation, department, and matric number
• Profile information and photos
• Posts, comments, and other content you create

Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, interactions)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Create and manage your account
• Send you updates, notifications, and administrative messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Personalize your experience on our platform
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With your consent: We may share your information when you give us permission
• Public content: Posts and comments you make are visible to other users
• Service providers: We work with third-party service providers who help us operate our platform
• Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-out of promotional communications
• Control cookie preferences
• Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@educonnect.ng or through our Contact page.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our platform and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for users who are at least 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

10. Contact Us

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

• Email: privacy@educonnect.ng
• Contact Form: https://www.educonnect.ng/contact