Privacy Policy
We're committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your information.
Privacy at a Glance
Secure by Design
We use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect your data.
Full Transparency
We clearly explain what data we collect and how we use it - no hidden practices.
Your Control
You can access, update, or delete your data at any time through your account.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create a StudySpot account, we collect:
- Name and email address
- Profile photo (optional)
- University or school affiliation (optional)
- Study preferences and interests
Usage Data
To improve your experience, we automatically collect:
- Pages visited and features used
- Search queries and filters applied
- Reviews and ratings you submit
- Locations you save or bookmark
- Device information (browser, OS, screen size)
Location Information
With your permission, we may collect:
- Approximate location to show nearby study spots
- Precise location when checking into a study spot
- Location preferences for personalized recommendations
How We Use Your Information
Core Services
- Provide personalized study spot recommendations
- Display your reviews and manage your saved locations
- Send notifications about your favorite spots
- Enable communication with other users when relevant
Improvements & Analytics
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
- Develop new features based on user behavior
- Fix bugs and optimize performance
- Conduct research to better serve student needs
Communication
- Send account-related notifications and updates
- Respond to support requests and feedback
- Share platform updates and new features (with your consent)
- Send educational content about effective studying (optional)
Information Sharing & Disclosure
We Never Sell Your Data
StudySpot will never sell your personal information to advertisers, data brokers, or other third parties. Your privacy is not a commodity to us.
When We Share Information
We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:
- With your consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
- Service providers: Trusted partners who help operate our platform (hosting, analytics, support)
- Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our users' safety
- Business transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition (with advance notice)
Public Information
Some information you choose to make public:
- Reviews and ratings you submit (displayed with your name/username)
- Profile information you choose to make public
- Comments on study spots and community discussions
GDPR & Your Rights
As a European company, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
Right to Portability
Export your data in a machine-readable format.
Right to Object
Object to certain processing of your personal data.
Right to Restrict
Limit how we process your personal data.
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@studyspot.com. We'll respond within 30 days and verify your identity before processing your request.
Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and understand how you use our platform.
Essential Cookies
Required for basic functionality like login, security, and core features. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how users interact with our platform to improve the experience. You can opt out of these.
Preference Cookies
Remember your settings and preferences to personalize your experience.
Cookie Control
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie banner. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.
Data Security & Retention
Security Measures
- End-to-end encryption for data transmission
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Multi-factor authentication for admin accounts
- Secure cloud hosting with industry-leading providers
- Regular data backups with encryption
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:
- Account data: Until you delete your account
- Usage analytics: 2 years in anonymized form
- Reviews: Indefinitely (anonymized if you delete your account)
- Support communications: 3 years for quality assurance
Contact & Policy Updates
Questions About Privacy?
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Data Protection Officer
Email: privacy@studyspot.com
Address: Nørrebrogade 52, 2200 Copenhagen N, Denmark
Policy Changes
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we'll notify you by email and display a prominent notice on our platform. Your continued use of StudySpot after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Last updated: September 26, 2024
Effective date: September 26, 2024