Legal - Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 14, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to S.A.R.A.S. (Student Access to Resources And Support). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy will inform you as to how we look after your personal data when you visit our website and tell you about your privacy rights.
2. Data We Collect
To provide the community services, we collect the following data via Google Authentication and user input:
- Identity Data: First name, last name, username, and profile picture.
- Contact Data: Your official
@bitmesra.ac.inemail address. - Academic Data: Branch, graduation year, and role (Student/Alumni).
- Usage Data: Posts, comments, likes, and resources you upload.
3. How We Use Your Data
We only use your data for the purpose of running this student community platform:
- To verify your identity as a BIT Patna student.
- To allow you to post content, access notes, and join clubs.
- To facilitate networking between students and alumni.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal identification information to others. This is a student-run non-profit initiative.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data. Authentication is handled securely via Supabase and Google OAuth. However, please remember that no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites (e.g., GitHub, LinkedIn, Instagram). Clicking on those links may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy statements.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact the development team at bitpstudentcommunity@gmail.com.
