Our Privacy Policy

Thank you for using Professor Index ("the App"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application. Please take a moment to read it carefully to understand our practices regarding your data.

Last Updated on October 12, 2024

Information We Collect

The App collects the following information:

.edu Email Address: To ensure the authenticity and accuracy of the professor ratings, we collect your .edu email address for authentication purposes. This information is used solely to verify your status as a student and is not shared with third parties.
Professor Ratings and Reviews: When you rate and review professors, the content of your reviews, as well as your ratings, are collected and associated with your account.
Device Information: We may collect information about your mobile device, including its type, operating system, and unique device identifiers. This information is used for app optimization and to enhance your user experience.

How We Use Your Information

The information collected is used for the following purposes:

Authentication: Your .edu email address is used for authentication to ensure that only students can rate and review professors.
Rating and Review Posting: Your professor ratings and reviews are posted on the App for other students to view and benefit from.
App Improvement: Device information is used to analyze and enhance the App's performance and user experience.

Data Sharing

You have certain rights around the use of your data, including the ability to opt out of promotional emails, cookies, and collection of your data by certain analytics providers. You can update or terminate your account from within our Services, and can also contact us for individual rights requests about your personal data.

Data Security

We take data security seriously and have implemented reasonable and appropriate safeguards to protect your information. While we take steps to secure your data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Your Choices

You can choose not to provide your .edu email address, but this may limit your ability to use certain features of the App, such as rating and reviewing professors. You can edit or delete your professor ratings and reviews at any time.

Delete Account

You have the right to delete your account at any time, and upon such request, we will permanently delete your account information, including but not limited to personal details, ratings, reviews, and likes associated with your account. This process may take a reasonable amount of time to complete, and residual copies of the information may remain in our backup systems for a limited period. By initiating the account deletion process, you agree to and understand that your data will be irreversibly removed from our active databases.

Children's Privacy

The App is intended for use by individuals who are 13 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@professorIndex.com

By using the Professor Index App, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your experience with the App is secure and beneficial. Thank you for trusting us with your information.