Privacy Policy

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1. Introduction

Paige_Platform ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users ("you," "your"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

- Name, email address, and contact information

- Professional background and experience

- Educational history

- Profile information and preferences

- Age verification for user segmentation

- User-generated content and interactions

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

- Device information and identifiers

- IP addresses and location data

- Usage patterns and platform interaction data

- Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core Platform Functions

- Facilitating mentor-mentee matching

- Enabling knowledge sharing and communication

- Managing user profiles and preferences

- Providing personalized platform experiences

3.2 Platform Improvement

- Analyzing usage patterns and trends

- Enhancing platform features and functionality

- Conducting research and development

- Improving user experience and engagement

4. Data Protection and Security

4.1 Security Measures

- Industry-standard encryption protocols

- Regular security audits and updates

- Secure data storage and transmission

- Access controls and authentication

4.2 Data Retention

- Personal data retained only as long as necessary

- Option to request data deletion

- Regular review of retention periods

- Secure data disposal procedures

5. User Rights and Control

5.1 Your Rights

- Access your personal information

- Request corrections or updates

- Download your data

- Delete your account and associated data

- Opt-out of certain data collection

5.2 Communication Preferences

- Control email notifications

- Manage platform communications

- Adjust privacy settings

- Set interaction preferences

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 Limited Sharing

- With explicit user consent

- For essential platform functions

- With verified platform partners

- As required by law

6.2 Third-Party Services

- Carefully vetted service providers

- Limited to necessary data access

- Bound by confidentiality agreements

- Regular compliance monitoring