Effective: May 29, 2025.
Last Revised: Nov 1, 2025.
Thank you for using GCBRITE ("we", "us", or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is collected, used, and shared when you use our student-to-student marketplace platform, GCBRITE, accessible at https://gcbrite.live.
This policy applies to all users of GCBRITE.
1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide
- Full name
- Gordon College email address (via Google login)
- Profile photo
- Posts, messages, transaction history
- Reviews and ratings
- Platform feedback (e.g., suggestions, comments, or bug reports)
- Reports submitted about other users or posts
b. Information Collected Automatically
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Usage data (pages visited, timestamps, etc.)
2. How We Use Your Information
- Create and manage user accounts
- Facilitate posts, transactions, and communication
- Improve the functionality, performance, and security of our platform
- Respond to user support and inquiries
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with:
- Firebase (cloud database)
- Google OAuth
- Law enforcement or government authorities when legally required
- Service providers who assist us in operating GCBRITE securely and effectively
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is securely stored using Google Firebase, which offers industry-standard encryption and access controls. We take reasonable steps to protect your information but cannot guarantee 100% security against breaches.
Only authorized personnel can access sensitive user data.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access or correct your personal information
- Delete your account and data
- Withdraw consent for data usage (note: may result in limited access to GCBRITE)
To make a request, please contact us at: gcbrite.team@gmail.com
6. Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience, monitor usage, and understand trends. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may limit the functionality of GCBRITE.
7. Children's Privacy
GCBRITE is intended for individuals 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it immediately.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated 'Last Revised' date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
GCBRITE Admin
gcbrite.team@gmail.com
By using GCBRITE, you agree to this Privacy Policy.