Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to iWantIt ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services (collectively, the "Services").

By using iWantIt, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

• University email address (.edu domain)
• Full name
• University affiliation
• Profile picture (optional)
• Phone number (for verification purposes)
• Date of birth (to verify student status)

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Services:

• Device information (model, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• IP address and location data
• App usage statistics and interactions
• Marketplace listings and transactions
• Forum posts and comments
• Event registrations and check-ins
• Search queries and preferences

Communications

We collect information from your communications with other users, including messages sent through our in-app messaging system, and your communications with our support team.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain our Services: To operate the marketplace, forum, events, and deals features
• Verify student status: To ensure only verified students can access our platform
• Facilitate transactions: To enable buying and selling between students
• Enable communication: To allow users to connect with each other securely
• Send notifications: To alert you about messages, transactions, events, and deals
• Improve our Services: To understand usage patterns and enhance user experience
• Safety and security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and other harmful activities
• Customer support: To respond to your inquiries and provide assistance
• Marketing: To send you promotional materials about features and partner offers (with your consent)

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Other Users

Your profile information, marketplace listings, forum posts, and event registrations are visible to other verified students on the platform.

With University Partners

We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information with partner universities and student organizations to help them understand platform usage and improve student services.

Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who help us operate our Services, including hosting, analytics, payment processing, and customer support. These providers have access to your information only to perform tasks on our behalf.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit using TLS/SSL protocols
• Secure storage of data with encryption at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection and privacy

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: You can update or correct your information through your account settings
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt-out: You can opt out of promotional emails and push notifications in your settings
• Data portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Object to processing: You can object to certain types of data processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@iwantit.app

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you Services. We may retain certain information after account deletion for legitimate business purposes, such as fraud prevention, legal compliance, and analytics. Marketplace listings, forum posts, and other content may be retained even after account deletion unless you specifically request their removal.

Children's Privacy

Our Services are intended for users who are at least 18 years old or of legal age in their jurisdiction. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

International Users

iWantIt is based in the United States. If you are accessing our Services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our Services, you consent to this transfer.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to request deletion of your personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please email us at privacy@iwantit.app or call us at 1-800-IWANTIT.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our Services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.