1. Information We Collect
Account Information
Full name, email address, university affiliation, department, and password (stored as a secure hash).
Usage Data
Pages visited, resources viewed and downloaded, votes cast, comments posted, and upload activity.
Technical Data
IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system — collected automatically for security and analytics.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide, maintain, and improve the Platform.
- To authenticate users and protect account security.
- To personalise your experience and recommend relevant resources.
- To send important notices, updates, and security alerts.
- To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and policy violations.
- To comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, email delivery) under strict data processing agreements.
- Law enforcement when required by valid legal process.
- Other users — your username and uploaded resources are visible to other users; your email is never publicly shown.
4. Data Retention
We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. Upon account deletion, your personal information is removed within 30 days, though anonymised usage data may be retained for analytics.
5. Your Rights
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: Update inaccurate information via your profile settings.
- Deletion: Delete your account and associated data.
- Portability: Request an export of your data in a machine-readable format.
- Objection: Object to certain processing activities.
To exercise these rights, contact privacy@campusmaterials.com.
6. Cookies
We use essential cookies for authentication sessions and preference cookies to remember your settings. We do not use third-party advertising cookies.
7. Security
We use industry-standard security measures including TLS encryption, hashed passwords, and regular security audits. However, no system is completely secure and we encourage you to use a strong, unique password.
8. Contact
Privacy questions: privacy@campusmaterials.com