Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 1, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to UniPool ("we," "our," or "us"). UniPool is a carpooling application developed by ACM-VIT that helps university students share rides safely and efficiently. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and mobile application.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you register for an account, we collect:
- Name (from your Google account)
- Email address
- Phone number
- Year of birth (optional)
- Gender (optional)
- Profile picture (if provided)
Location Data
We collect location data to:
- Show available rides near you
- Display your pickup and drop-off locations
- Calculate ride routes and distances
- Improve our services
Usage Data
We automatically collect information about how you interact with our app, including:
- Rides created and booked
- App usage patterns
- Device and browser information
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain our carpooling service
- Match riders with drivers
- Facilitate communication between users
- Send updates about ride status
- Improve and personalize user experience
- Ensure safety and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing
We share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With other users: your name and contact information are shared with riders/drivers you are matched with
- Service providers: we use Firebase for authentication and data storage
- Legal requirements: when required by law or to protect rights and safety
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt-out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, go to Account Settings or contact us.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can delete your account at any time through Account Settings.
8. Children's Privacy
UniPool is intended for university students and is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16.
9. 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.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: