Privacy Policy

Introduction

ProspectForge ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you apply to join ProspectForge as a mentee or mentor, we collect:

• Name and contact information (email, phone number)
• Educational background (university, major, graduation year, GPA)
• Professional information (company, job title, industry, years of experience)
• Skills and interests
• Application responses and background information

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Device and browser information
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website addresses

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and evaluate your application
• Match mentees with appropriate mentors
• Communicate with you about your application status and our services
• Improve our website and services
• Send you updates about ProspectForge (with your consent)
• Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Mentors/Mentees: Relevant information to facilitate mentorship matches
• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our platform (e.g., database hosting, email services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications
• Request a copy of your data

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

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.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@prospectforge.com