Latest Update Date: January 11, 2026
Scholarship Community Connect ("ScholarshipCC.com," "we," operates the website located at https://www.scholarshipcc.com We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of information obtained through your use of the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you consent to the terms described herein.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide and improve our services, which include social networking, content sharing, scholarship and job listings, events, and community features. The types of information we may collect include:
- Personal Information: Data that identifies you, such as your name, email address, username, profile picture, contact details, educational background, and professional history, provided during account registration, profile creation, or interactions on the Website.
- Usage Data: Automatically collected information, including IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referral sources.
- Content and Communications: Posts, blogs, comments, messages, photos, videos, and other user-generated content you submit.
-Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to track user activity, store preferences, and analyze trends. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
- Third-Party Information: Data from integrated services, such as social media logins or payment processors, if you choose to connect them.
We do not collect sensitive personal information (e.g., racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, or health data) unless voluntarily provided and relevant to our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information enables us to operate the Website effectively and deliver personalized experiences. Specific uses include:
- Facilitating account creation, authentication, and user interactions.
- Providing access to scholarships, job opportunities, events, and networking tools.
- Customizing content recommendations, notifications, and advertisements.
- Analyzing usage patterns to enhance Website functionality and user experience.
- Communicating with you regarding updates, support inquiries, or promotional materials (with opt-out options).
- Ensuring compliance with legal obligations and preventing fraud or misuse.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share it in the following circumstances:
- With Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting with hosting, analytics, payment processing, or marketing, bound by confidentiality agreements.
- For Business Purposes: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales, where your information may be transferred.
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree, such as sharing profiles in public groups or events.
- Legal Requirements: To comply with laws, respond to subpoenas, or protect our rights, safety, or property.
- Aggregated Data: Non-personally identifiable information shared for research or statistical purposes.
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. However, no online transmission or storage method is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights under applicable data protection laws, such as:
- Accessing, correcting, or deleting your personal information.
- Objecting to or restricting certain processing activities.
- Withdrawing consent where applicable.
- Requesting data portability.
To exercise these rights, contact us via the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, subject to verification of your identity.
You may also opt out of marketing communications or adjust privacy settings through your account dashboard.
6. Children's Privacy
The Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction).
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will promptly delete the information. Parents or guardians discovering unauthorized use should contact us immediately.
7. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed and stored in jurisdictions outside your own, including the United States, where data protection laws may differ. By using the Website, you consent to such transfers, and we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
8. Retention of Information
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal requirements, or resolve disputes. Criteria include the nature of the data and applicable statutes of limitations.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Revised versions will be posted on the Website with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the changes.
10. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@scholarshipcc.com
We appreciate your trust in ScholarshipCC.com and are dedicated to handling your information responsibly.