Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
NILfund ("we," "our," or "us") operates the NILfund.shop website and the NILfund browser extension (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.
By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
When you use our Service, you may provide us with your selected college or university preference. We do not require account registration, and we do not collect personal identification information such as your name, email address, or payment information.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you use our browser extension, we automatically collect certain information necessary to provide our affiliate cashback service, including: the websites you visit that are part of our affiliate network (limited to supported retailers only), transaction information necessary to attribute affiliate commissions, your selected school preference, and basic device and browser information for technical functionality.
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Service uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to facilitate affiliate link functionality. Our affiliate network partners may also use cookies to track transactions and attribute commissions. These cookies are essential for the core functionality of the Service.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to: operate and maintain the Service; process affiliate transactions and attribute commissions to the appropriate school NIL fund; improve and optimize the Service; communicate with you about the Service if necessary; and comply with legal obligations.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances: with affiliate network partners to process transactions and commissions; with service providers who assist in operating our Service; to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests; to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property; and in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Transaction data may be retained as required for accounting, tax, and legal compliance purposes.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete your information; the right to opt out of certain data processing; and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
You may uninstall the browser extension at any time to stop further data collection. You may also clear your browser cookies to remove stored preferences.
8. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA.
9. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
The Service may contain links to third-party websites and services, including retailer websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: privacy@nilfund.shop