Privacy Policy

Welcome to Your PsyBuddy. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit or use our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: When you create an account, submit a blog, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, and LinkedIn (if provided).
• Login Information: If you register or log in, we collect login credentials and use cookies to keep you signed in during your session.
• Usage Data: Information about how you use the site (such as pages visited, time spent, and interactions) to improve our services.
• AI Journal Data: Journal entries are stored securely and privately, visible only to the logged-in user. We do not share or publish journal data.
• Mentorship Network Data: Profile details such as expertise, academic status, interests, and availability to facilitate mentorship connections.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Used to enhance user experience, including keeping you logged in between sessions.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide access to the website and its features.
• Personalize your experience.
• Communicate regarding updates, blog submissions, or inquiries.
• Improve website performance and develop new features.
• Ensure the privacy and security of your account and AI journal.

3. Mentorship Network Privacy

• Profile details are visible only within the platform to relevant users.
• Contact information is never publicly displayed and shared only upon confirmed match or explicit consent.
• All mentorship communication must remain professional and respectful.
• Profiles can be updated or removed upon request.

For changes, contact us at psybuddy14@gmail.com.

4. Login and Logout

• Account details are securely stored.
• You may log out at any time, which clears login cookies.
• We recommend logging out on public devices.
• Login credentials are never accessed or shared with third parties.

5. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information except:

• If required by law or legal process.
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of the website or its users.
• With your explicit consent.

6. Your Rights and Choices

• Access, update, or delete your personal information.
• Edit or delete blog submissions or journal entries.
• Withdraw consent to data collection (some features may be unavailable).

7. Data Security

We use reasonable security measures, including encryption for sensitive data like passwords.
However, no online service can guarantee 100% security.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., LinkedIn).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of updated terms.

10. Contact Us