Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 11, 2025

1. Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how Berkeley Events ("we", "our", "us") collects, uses, and shares information when you use the Service. By using the Service, you agree to this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

  • Account Info: name, .edu email, profile photo (optional).
  • Content: posts you create (title, description, images, time/location).
  • Usage: interactions like likes/saves, basic device and log information.
  • Cookies/Local Storage: used to keep you signed in and remember preferences (e.g., theme).

3. How We Use Information

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
  • Recommend and surface relevant posts to you.
  • Prevent abuse and ensure safety and integrity.
  • Communicate with you about updates or support.

4. How We Share Information

  • Service Providers: we use third parties (e.g., hosting, analytics, storage) to operate the Service. They may process data on our behalf under confidentiality obligations.
  • Legal: we may disclose information if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and the integrity of the Service.
  • Public Content: posts you publish may be visible to other users.

5. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as your account is active or as needed to operate the Service. You can delete your account in settings; some logs may persist for a limited period for security, backup, or legal reasons.

6. Your Choices

  • Access, edit, or delete your profile and posts.
  • Control theme and certain preferences in settings.
  • Contact us for questions about your data.

7. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us to remove it.

8. Security

We use reasonable safeguards to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will provide notice. Your continued use means you accept the updated Policy.

10. Contact

Questions? Contact us at support@berkeley-events.example.