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Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 12, 2025

Introduction

At StudentStack, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website studentstack.com (the "Site"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Site.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our Site, including:

  • Name and email address (when submitting deals)
  • Contact information (when reaching out to us)
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Deal clicks and interactions
  • IP address and general location (country/region)
  • Referral source

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Operate and maintain the Site
  • Improve user experience and Site functionality
  • Understand how users interact with deals
  • Respond to your inquiries and submissions
  • Monitor and analyze Site performance
  • Detect and prevent fraudulent activities
  • Comply with legal obligations

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand Site usage
  • Session Cookies: Remember your preferences during your visit

You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, some features of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

Third-Party Links

Our Site contains links to third-party websites and services (deal providers). When you click on these links, you will be redirected to those third-party sites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Analytics data is typically retained for up to 12 months.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access the information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Object to processing of your information
  • Request restriction of processing
  • Data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us at shahi3@uwindsor.ca

Children's Privacy

StudentStack is intended for students aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

International Users

StudentStack operates globally. If you are accessing our Site from outside Canada, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Canada where our servers are located. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: shahi3@uwindsor.ca
  • Website: studentstack.com