Legal

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 5th, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how In Institution collects, uses, and shares information when you use our mobile application and related services (the “Service”).

1. Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will take reasonable steps to notify you as required by applicable law.

The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when this policy was most recently revised.

2. Information we collect

We collect information you provide and information generated through your use of the Service.

  • Account information (e.g., name, email, username) and authentication identifiers (including when you sign in with Google).
  • User Content you create or upload (e.g., posts, comments, messages, images).
  • Usage and device data (e.g., app interactions, device type, operating system, crash logs, and approximate location based on IP address).
  • Preferences and settings (e.g., privacy and notification preferences).

3. How we use information

We use information to operate, maintain, and improve the Service, including to:

  • Provide core features, personalize content, and support your requests.
  • Maintain safety and security, prevent abuse, and debug issues.
  • Communicate with you about updates, policies, and support.

4. Disclosure of your information

We may share information in the following circumstances:

  • Service providers who help us operate the Service (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing).
  • Third-party integrations you choose to use (e.g., authentication providers).
  • Legal and safety reasons, such as to comply with law, enforce our terms, or protect users.
  • Business transfers, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

5. Data security and retention

We use reasonable safeguards designed to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

We retain information for as long as needed to provide the Service and for legitimate business or legal purposes.

6. Your rights and choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, delete, or correct it.

You can also control certain settings in the app, such as privacy and notification preferences.

  • Right to access / know
  • Right to delete
  • Right to correct

7. Children’s privacy

In Institution is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under that age.

8. How to contact us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at privacy@institution.app.