1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Name and email address
- School location and grade level
- Nearby landmark (for matching purposes)
- Schedule preferences
- Profile photo (optional)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Match you with potential carpool partners
- Display your profile to other users at the same school
- Send notifications about connection requests
- Improve and optimize our services
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. Your profile information is only visible to other verified users at your school. Contact information is only shared when you explicitly connect with another user.
4. Data Security
We take the security of your data seriously and implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption in Transit (TLS): All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using Transport Layer Security (TLS)
- Encryption at Rest (AES-256): All data stored in our database is encrypted using AES-256 encryption
- Secure Infrastructure: We use Supabase, an enterprise-grade database platform with built-in security features
- Row-Level Security: Your data is isolated and protected with database-level access controls
- Regular Backups: Your information is regularly backed up to prevent data loss
While we implement robust security measures, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We continuously monitor and update our security practices.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Update or correct your information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt out of notifications