1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, such as:

• • Personal details (name, email, contact info)
• • Academic information (applications, transcripts)
• • Usage data (browsing activity, IP address)

2. How We Use Your Data

We use collected data to:

• • Process applications and academic records
• • Personalize your academic experience
• • Improve our research and educational offerings
• • Ensure platform security and compliance

3. Data Security

Your data is protected through:

• • Industry-standard encryption (AES-256)
• • Regular security audits and monitoring
• • Restricted access protocols
• • Annual third-party penetration testing

4. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• • Access and update your data
• • Request deletion of stored information
• • Opt-out of non-essential tracking

Contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@academia.edu