Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Chiroy, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our student discount app and services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account and use Chiroy, we collect:

• Name and email address
• Phone number (for authentication)
• University/campus information
• Academic level or role
• Location data (with your permission)
• Profile photo (optional)

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our app:

• Device information and app usage patterns
• Deals you view, claim, and use
• Restaurant preferences, saved restaurants, and interactions
• Analytics data (screen views, feature usage, crash reports)
• Technical data (IP address, device type, operating system, etc.)

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our student discount service
• Verify your student status and eligibility
• Personalize your experience and recommendations
• Send you relevant deals and updates
• Process your deal claims and track savings
• Communicate with you about our service
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our app
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Restaurant Partners

When you claim a deal, we share only the necessary information with the restaurant to validate your student status and process your discount.

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party services to operate our app, including cloud storage, analytics, mapping, and communication services. These providers only process data as necessary to provide their services and are bound by confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Control location permissions

Communication Preferences

You can manage your communication preferences in your account settings or by contacting us directly.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. We may retain certain information for legal, security, or business purposes even after you delete your account.

Children's Privacy

Chiroy is designed for college students and is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.