Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to LeeBerty Alumni Connect ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use our Service, we may collect:

• Name and email address
• Graduation year and class information
• Profile photos and uploaded images
• Phone number (optional)
• Bio and personal information you choose to share

2.2 User-Generated Content

We collect content you create, including:

• Community posts and comments
• Event RSVPs and registrations
• Messages sent through our platform
• Friend connections and interactions

2.3 Payment Information

When you make purchases (event tickets, merchandise, donations), payment information is processed securely by Stripe, our third-party payment processor. We do not store your complete credit card information on our servers.

2.4 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:

• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
• Usage patterns and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Account Management: Creating and managing your account, authenticating users
• Service Delivery: Providing features like messaging, events, yearbook, and community posts
• Communications: Sending event confirmations, updates, and notifications
• Payment Processing: Processing donations, ticket purchases, and merchandise orders
• Improvement: Analyzing usage to improve our Service and user experience
• Security: Protecting against fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: Complying with applicable laws and regulations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Within the Alumni Community

Your profile information, posts, and activity may be visible to other verified Lee High School alumni members within the platform.

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, and file storage
• Stripe: Payment processing for tickets, merchandise, and donations
• Resend: Email delivery for notifications and confirmations
• Vercel: Website and application hosting

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:

• Data is stored securely using Firebase Cloud Firestore and Firebase Storage
• Encryption in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct your information through your profile settings
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (transactional emails may still be sent)
• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@leehighalumni.com

7. Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your account at any time by contacting us at privacy@leehighalumni.com. Upon request, we will:

• Delete your personal information from our active databases
• Remove your profile and user-generated content
• Retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes

Account deletion may take up to 30 days to complete.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. 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.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, to delete personal information, and to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell your personal information.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: