This Privacy Policy explains how Stunify ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").
By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
- App Name: Stunify
- Purpose: A student-focused donation platform
- Developer/Operator: Ujah Obinna John
- Support Email: [email protected]
- Country: United Kingdom
2. Student Verification & Access Levels
The App is designed primarily for students. Verified student accounts (for example, emails ending with "ac.uk") can donate items and can also request/receive items. Any account that does not have an email ending with "ac.uk" will be treated as a non-student account. Non-student accounts may donate items but cannot request or receive items. We may update verification rules and access levels over time to protect the student community.
How verification works in practice
- We determine account type based on the email domain used during registration.
- We do not read your emails or access your inbox.
- Your access level is applied automatically:
| Account Type | Can Donate | Can Request / Receive |
|---|---|---|
Student (ac.uk) |
✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Non-Student | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
3. Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide
Account Information
- Name or username
- Email address
- Password (securely handled by our authentication provider)
- University name (optional)
- Profile photo (optional)
- Graduation Year
Donation & Listing Information
- Item title, category, and description
- Item images you upload
- Pickup or handover notes you choose to share
Messages & Requests
- In-app messages
- Item requests and confirmations
Support Requests
- Information you provide when contacting support
B. Information Collected Automatically
Technical Data
- Device type and operating system
- App version
- Crash reports and performance diagnostics
Usage Data
- Interactions with features (aggregated, non-invasive)
Location Data (Optional)
- Approximate location or address if you choose to provide it
- You can use most of the App without enabling location services
C. Third-Party Sign-In (Optional)
If you sign in using third-party providers (such as Google or Apple), we may receive:
- Name
- Email address
- Profile photo
We only use this information to create and manage your account.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Create and manage user accounts
- Verify student eligibility and enforce access rules
- Enable donation listings and item exchanges
- Facilitate communication between users
- Improve app performance and reliability
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or misuse
- Respond to support inquiries
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
5. Legal Bases for Processing (UK GDPR / GDPR)
We process personal data based on:
- Contract: To provide the App's core services
- Legitimate Interests: Safety, fraud prevention, and improvement
- Consent: Optional features such as location sharing or notifications
- Legal Obligation: Where required by law
7. Data Storage & Security
- Data is stored on secure cloud infrastructure
- We use encryption, access controls, and monitoring
- Access is restricted to authorised systems only
While we take strong measures, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
8. International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the UK or EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent protections.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- While your account is active
- To comply with legal requirements
- To resolve disputes and enforce policies
When you delete your account, your personal data will be removed within a reasonable timeframe, except where retention is required by law.
10. Your Rights
You may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to certain processing
- Withdraw consent where applicable
To exercise these rights, contact: [email protected]
11. Account Deletion
You may request account deletion by:
- Using the in-app deletion feature (if available), or
- Emailing us with the subject "Delete My Account"
Some data may be retained temporarily for security or legal reasons.
12. Push Notifications
You can manage notification preferences within the App.
13. Children's Privacy
The App is intended for users aged 18 and over.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
14. Community Safety
To protect the student community, we may:
- Review reports of inappropriate behaviour
- Remove content that violates rules
- Restrict or suspend accounts when necessary
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Significant changes will be communicated via the App or email.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Email: