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Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

Your Privacy Matters

At Penguni, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our university search application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you sign up for Penguni using Sign in with Apple, we collect:

  • Apple ID identifier (unique, non-reversible identifier)
  • Email address (if you choose to share it)
  • Name (if you choose to share it)
  • Account creation date

1.2 User Preferences and Search Data

To provide personalized university recommendations, we collect:

  • Country preferences for university search
  • Course of study interests
  • Academic priorities and requirements
  • Language preferences
  • Preferred start year
  • Nationality information
  • Search history and patterns

1.3 Saved Universities

When you save universities to your favorites, we store:

  • University names and locations
  • Course information
  • Ranking and tuition data
  • Website links
  • Date saved

1.4 Usage Analytics

We collect anonymous usage data to improve our service:

  • App usage patterns and frequency
  • Feature usage statistics
  • Search query patterns (anonymized)
  • App performance metrics
  • Device information (iOS version, device model)

1.5 Subscription Information

For premium features, we collect subscription data through RevenueCat:

  • Subscription status and type
  • Purchase history
  • Billing information (processed by Apple)
  • Subscription renewal dates

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core Service Provision

  • Provide personalized university search results
  • Save and manage your favorite universities
  • Remember your preferences for future searches
  • Enable account synchronization across devices

2.2 Service Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns to improve search algorithms
  • Enhance user experience and app functionality
  • Identify and fix technical issues
  • Develop new features based on user needs

2.3 Communication

  • Send important service updates and notifications
  • Provide customer support when requested
  • Share relevant university information and updates

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard practices:

  • Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • We use Supabase for secure cloud storage
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication protocols

3.2 Data Retention

  • Account data is retained while your account is active
  • Search preferences are stored until you delete them
  • You can request data deletion at any time

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

4.1 Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third-party services:

  • Apple: For authentication and subscription management
  • RevenueCat: For subscription processing and analytics
  • Supabase: For secure data storage and backend services

4.2 University Information

We do not share your personal information with universities. When you click on university links, you are directed to their official websites, which have their own privacy policies.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes or government requests
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevent fraud or security issues
  • Enforce our Terms of Service

5. Your Privacy Rights

5.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your account and data

5.2 Account Management

You can manage your privacy settings through:

  • App settings menu
  • Account deletion option
  • Contacting us directly

6. Children's Privacy

Penguni is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

8. Cookies and Tracking

Penguni does not use traditional web cookies. However, we may use similar technologies for:

  • App functionality and performance
  • Analytics and usage tracking
  • Personalization features

You can control these through your device settings.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Sending an email notification

Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: klimespavel@protonmail.com

Data Protection Summary

What we collect: Account info, search preferences, saved universities, usage analytics

How we use it: To provide personalized university search and improve our service

How we protect it: Industry-standard encryption and security measures

Your rights: Access, correct, or delete your data at any time

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