Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 12, 2026

AlumniConnect ("we", "our", or "us") is operated by Harcourtian Connect. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the AlumniConnect mobile application and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

2. How We Use Your Information

3. Alumni Directory & Profile Visibility

To facilitate alumni networking, certain profile information may be visible to other verified members of the AlumniConnect community. This may include your name, profile photo, branch, passing year, company, designation, and other professional information you choose to share.

4. Account Verification

To maintain a trusted alumni network, AlumniConnect may verify user information before granting access to certain features and community resources.

5. Firebase Services

We use Google Firebase services for app functionality and security, including:

All data transmitted between the application and Firebase services is encrypted using HTTPS.

6. Google Sign-In

Users may log in using Google Sign-In. When you choose this option, we may access:

We never access or store your Google password.

7. Push Notifications

We may send push notifications related to:

You can disable notifications at any time through your device settings.

8. Advertising (AdMob)

AlumniConnect may use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect advertising identifiers and device information for delivering and measuring advertisements.

Users can manage advertising preferences through Google's Ad Settings.

9. In-App Purchases

If applicable, purchases are processed securely through Google Play Billing. We do not collect or store payment card information.

10. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent personal information. Information may only be shared with:

11. Data Retention

We retain personal information while your account remains active or as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations.

12. Account & Data Deletion

Users can delete their account directly from the application.

Upon receiving a valid deletion request:

If you cannot access the application, contact:

Email: support@harcourtianconnect.com

Account deletion request page:

Go to App and Setting page

13. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted communication, secure cloud storage, access controls, and monitoring systems to protect personal information.

14. International Data Transfers

Because we use Google services, your information may be processed on servers located outside your country. Appropriate safeguards are maintained by our service providers.

15. Children's Privacy

AlumniConnect is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

16. Third-Party Links

The application may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those services.

17. Compliance With Applicable Laws

We process personal information in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws.

18. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

19. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: support@harcourtianconnect.com

Website: https://harcourtianconnect.com