Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Alum Network, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our platform.

2. User Eligibility and Residency

To create an account and use Alum Network, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old.
• You are not a resident of the European Union (EU). As Alum Network does not accept users residing in the EU, it is not subject to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If it is discovered that you are a resident of the EU, your account will be terminated, and any personal data collected will be deleted in compliance with our policies.
• Provide accurate and truthful information during registration.
• Not have previously been banned or restricted from using the platform.

3. Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials. You must:

• Not share your account information with others.
• Immediately notify us of any unauthorized use of your account.
• Ensure that your password is strong and regularly updated.

4. User Conduct

While using Alum Network, you agree to:

• Lawful Use: Use the platform in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Respectful Behavior: Not harass, *****, or harm others using Alum Network, including sending spam or using offensive language.
• No Misrepresentation: Not impersonate any individual or organization, or falsely represent your qualifications or affiliations.
• Prohibited Activities: Avoid activities that could disrupt or damage the platform, such as hacking, scraping, or injecting malicious code.

5. Content and Intellectual Property

• Your Content: You own the content you post on Alum Network. However, by posting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display your content for operating and promoting the platform.
• Content Guidelines: All content you share must comply with our community standards, which prohibit content that:
  • Promotes violence, hate speech, or illegal activities.
  • Violates intellectual property rights of others.
  • Contains false, misleading, or fraudulent information.

6. Data Privacy

Your use of Alum Network is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using the platform, you agree to the collection and use of your data in accordance with the Privacy Policy.

7. Termination of Use

Alum Network reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violating these Terms, applicable laws, or any misuse of the platform. You may also close your account at any time.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Alum Network provides its services “as is” and does not guarantee that the platform will always be available or free of errors. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, regarding the performance of the platform.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Alum Network shall not be liable for any damages (including loss of profits, data, or other damages) arising from your use or inability to use the platform.

10. Dispute Resolution

In the event of any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the platform, both parties agree to resolve the matter through mediation or arbitration before pursuing legal action.

11. Amendments to Terms

Alum Network may update these Terms from time to time. You will be notified of any significant changes, and continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any revised Terms.

12. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about these Terms, you can contact us at admin@alum.network.

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Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Data: We collect information you provide when you sign up, such as your name, email address, phone number, educational details, work experience, and professional details.
• Non-Personal Data: We collect non-identifiable information such as your browsing history, IP address, browser type, device information, location, and usage patterns (e.g., the pages you visit). This data is tracked and analyzed using Google Analytics to help us better understand how users interact with our platform and improve the user experience
• Third-Party Data: Information from third-party services you connect to Alum Network, such as LinkedIn or Google, will also be collected with your consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Service Improvement: Personal information is used to enhance your experience on Alum Network, including recommending connections, groups, or job opportunities relevant to your profile.
• Communication: We use your information to send notifications about network updates, career-related insights, and relevant events.
• Advertising: With your consent, we may use your data to show personalized ads based on your activities and interests on the platform. Non-personal data may also be shared with advertisers to provide relevant content.
• Analytics and Tracking: We use Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager to track site traffic and user behavior. These tools help us analyze how users interact with Alum Network and make improvements. Google Analytics collects data like the pages visited, time spent on the site, and user location, but it does not reveal personally identifiable information.
  • You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

3. Information Sharing

• With Third Parties: We do not sell or share your personal data with advertisers without your explicit consent. However, we may share data with trusted partners who assist us in providing services, such as payment processing or job-matching services.
• With Your Consent: In some cases, we may share your information with other services at your request, for example, when using integrated features from LinkedIn or other networks.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required by law, or to protect the rights, safety, and property of Alum Network or other users.

4. Security Measures

• Data Protection: We implement security protocols, including encryption and secure data transmission, to protect your information from unauthorized access or data breaches.
• User Responsibility: Users should take responsibility for maintaining the confidentiality of their account details. We recommend enabling two-factor authentication for additional security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

• Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track user activity, help personalize your experience, and analyze platform performance. This includes cookies from Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager for collecting anonymous usage data and tracking conversion metrics.
• Third-Party Tracking: Our partners, such as advertisers, may use cookies to collect non-personal data about your browsing activity to show you relevant ads.

6. User Rights

• Access and Control: You can access, update, or delete your information at any time by logging into your account. You also have the right to request that we stop processing your personal data.
• Account Deletion: You can permanently delete your account and associated data by following the process outlined in your profile settings.

7. Data Retention

• Retention Period: We retain your data for as long as your account is active, or as long as it is necessary to fulfill the services you have requested. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data, except as required for legal purposes.

8. Changes to This Policy

• Updates: We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes through your contact information or via notices on the platform.

9. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns regarding your privacy, you can contact us at admin@alum.network.

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