Effective Date: February 27, 2026
Tikkle Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Tikkle (“Tikkle,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, retain, disclose, and protect personal information collected through our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).
This Privacy Policy also describes your rights regarding your personal information and how you may exercise those rights.
2. Information We Collect
When you use the Services, we collect personal information that you voluntarily provide and information collected automatically through your use of the Services.
Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Create or update an account
- Submit content such as campus posts, event details, or listings
- Contact support
- Participate in surveys or feedback
Examples include:
- Name
- Email address
- Profile information
- Campus affiliation and optional contact details
(These categories reflect the types of information currently collected and may be updated as features evolve.)
3. Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect data about your interactions with the Services, which may include:
- IP address
- Device type and operating system
- Browser type
- Pages viewed and time spent within the Services
- Feature usage and click paths
This information helps us improve performance, understand how the Services are used, and enhance user experience.
4. How We Use Personal Information
We may use your personal information for purposes including:
- Operating, maintaining, and improving the Services
- Organizing and displaying content relevant to your campus
- Verifying campus affiliation
- Responding to inquiries or support requests
- Conducting data analytics and research
- Detecting and preventing fraud or abuse
- Complying with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We and third-party partners use cookies, pixels, web beacons, and similar technologies to:
- Recognize returning visitors
- Measure and analyze usage
- Improve and secure the Services
You may manage or disable certain cookies through browser or device settings, though some features may require cookies to function properly.
6. Information Sharing
We may share personal information under these circumstances:
With other users. Certain pieces of information (e.g., name and campus affiliation) may be visible to other users when you post publicly.
With service providers. We share information with vendors who help provide or improve the Services (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics).
For legal reasons. We may disclose information to comply with laws or protect rights.
Aggregated or de-identified data. We may share information that does not personally identify you.
7. No Payment Processing on Platform
Tikkle does not process payments or collect payment card data on the platform. All arrangements between students involving money occur independently outside the platform. If internal payment features are introduced in the future, this policy will be updated accordingly.
8. Your Privacy Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access and receive a copy of your personal information
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Opt out of targeted advertising
- Object to certain data processing
- Withdraw consent where required by law
To exercise your privacy rights or make a privacy request, contact us as described below.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Retention periods may vary based on legal or operational needs.
10. Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection of your information.
11. Children’s Privacy
The Services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verified parental consent.
12. International Transfers
Data collected through the Services may be processed or stored in the United States or other countries where we or our service providers operate. By using the Services, you consent to international data transfers.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise privacy rights, contact us at:
Email: support@tikkle.life