Welcome to Connections. Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have when using the app.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information you provide directly, such as your name, email address, school information, and trip details. We may also collect limited technical data needed to operate and secure the service.

• Account information, such as your name, email, and school details.
• Trip and matching information, such as airport, flight time, and bag count.
• Technical information, such as IP address, browser type, and device information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide and improve the service, including to:

• Create and manage accounts.
• Match riders with compatible trip plans.
• Send service-related updates and support responses.
• Improve reliability, safety, and product quality.
• Detect, prevent, and investigate abuse or fraud.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We share information only when necessary to run the service, comply with legal obligations, or protect users.

• Service providers that help us host, secure, or operate the app.
• Legal authorities when required by law.
• Other parties in connection with a merger, sale, or reorganization.
• Additional sharing that you explicitly authorize.

4. Security of Your Information

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. No system is completely secure, but we work to reduce risk and respond quickly when issues are identified.

5. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may also have rights to limit or object to certain processing.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the date at the top of this page and post the revised policy here.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact the Connections support team through the app.