Effective Date: 8 August 2023

Welcome to UniStudies, an open platform focused on university courses where users can upload their courses based on their expertise. At Unistudies, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our website (unistudies.net) and any related services (collectively referred to as “the platform”).

By accessing or using Unistudies, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the platform.

Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information: When you sign up for an account or use our platform, we may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, username, and profile picture. This information is necessary to create and maintain your account and facilitate communication on the platform.

1.2 Course Information:

Users can upload courses to Unistudies, which may include course materials, descriptions, and other educational content. This information is made available to other users for educational purposes.

1.3 Usage Data:

We may collect information about your interactions with the platform, such as the courses you view, the features you use, and your activity history. This data helps us understand how users engage with Unistudies and improve the platform’s performance.

1.4 Cookies and Similar Technologies:

We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, track usage patterns, and collect information about your device and location. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

2.1 Providing Services:

We use the collected information to operate, maintain, and improve the platform, deliver the services you request, and personalize your experience on Unistudies.

2.2 Communication:

We may use your email address to send you platform-related notifications, updates, and administrative messages. You can opt-out of non-essential communications in your account settings.

2.3 Course Management:

If you upload courses to UniStudies, we will use the provided information to display, manage, and promote your content on the platform.

2.4 Analytics:

We analyze user behavior and engagement on the platform to improve our services, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.

2.5 Legal Compliance:

We may process your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 User-Generated Content:

Any information you voluntarily share on Unistudies, including course content and comments, becomes publicly accessible. Please exercise caution and avoid disclosing sensitive or private information.

3.2 Third-Party Service Providers:

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers to assist us in operating the platform, analyzing data, and providing support services. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and only use your information as necessary to fulfill their functions.

3.3 Legal Requirements:

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if we believe such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the safety of users.

Your Privacy Choices

4.1 Account Settings:

You can access and update your personal information in your account settings. You may also delete your account if you wish to discontinue using Unistudies.

4.2 Communication Preferences:

You can choose to opt-out of non-essential communications from us by adjusting your email preferences.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet is entirely secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Unistudies is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” at the top will indicate when the updates take effect. Your continued use of Unistudies after such modifications will signify your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at contact@unistudies.net.

Thank you for choosing UniStudies. Your trust and privacy are of utmost importance to us.