UniSync Chrome Extension – Privacy Policy

At UniSync, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we store it—fully aligned with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. What Data We Collect

When you use UniSync, we collect and store the following information:

• Email address – for registration, login and communication
• Last used schedule preferences – saved to allow syncing with peers you choose to collaborate with
• Stripe Payment Session ID – stored to verify your subscription status

2. How We Store Your Data

Data is stored in two secure locations:

• Your browser's local storage – for faster access and local session handling
• UniSync’s backend database – hosted on our online hosting server, for persistent storage and syncing features

Only authorized UniSync personnel can access backend data for support and verification purposes.

3. Why We Collect This Data

We collect and use this data to:

• Register and authenticate your account
• Save your last used preferences for future sessions
• Enable collaboration and syncing features
• Confirm your payment status and manage access to paid features

4. Data Security and Disclosure

Your data is protected through:

• Secure server infrastructure
• Local browser storage isolation
• Access control and encryption for server-side storage

We do not:

• Sell or rent your personal data
• Share data with third parties for advertising
• Collect browsing activity or unrelated data

5. Children’s Privacy

UniSync is built for university students aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 13.

6. Geographic Scope

UniSync is intended for use in Australia only. We do not offer services to users outside of Australia and are not subject to international privacy regulations like GDPR or CCPA.

7. Changes to This Policy

If our data handling practices change, we will update this policy and notify you via the extension or our website.