PrivacyPolicy
Last updated: February 25, 2026
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide during registration, including your name, email address, student ID, institution, date of birth, and gender. We also collect usage data such as pages visited, features used, and device information to improve our platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to verify your student status, personalize your experience, match you with peers and opportunities, and communicate important updates. We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
3. Student Verification
HiveZone requires student ID verification to maintain a trusted, student-only community. Your student ID is used solely for verification purposes and is stored securely. We may cross-reference with institutional records where partnerships exist.
4. Data Sharing
We only share your data with third parties when required by law or with your explicit consent. Within the platform, your username and institution are visible to other users. Your personal details like email, date of birth, and student ID are never publicly displayed.
5. Anonymous Features
Certain features, such as anonymous chat rooms in the Mental Alleviation section, are designed to protect your identity. We do not link anonymous activity to your profile, and these interactions are not stored beyond the active session.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits to protect your personal information. However, no method of digital transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Cookies & Tracking
HiveZone uses essential cookies to maintain your session and preferences. We do not use third-party advertising trackers. Analytics data is collected anonymously to improve platform performance and user experience.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data at any time. You can update your profile information through your account settings or request a full data export. To delete your account and all associated data, contact us at support@hivezone.com.
9. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, your personal data will be removed within 30 days. Anonymized usage data may be retained for analytics purposes.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or an in-app notification. Continued use of HiveZone after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact
For questions or concerns about your privacy, please contact us at support@hivezone.com.