Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2025. At Shacked, we respect your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: Name, email, university verification.
Listings & Profile Info: Photos, descriptions, preferences.
Transactions: Bookings, payments, and receipts.
Device Data: IP address, browser type, usage stats.
Messages: Communications between Hosts and Guests.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide and improve the Services.
To enable bookings and host–guest communication.
To process payments securely.
To prevent fraud and enforce policies.

3. Sharing of Information

With other users (Hosts/Guests) for bookings.
With service providers (e.g., Stripe, Firebase).
For legal compliance, if required by law.
In case of a merger, sale, or business transfer.

4. Data Security

We use secure systems (e.g., Firebase) to store data.
We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you share data at your own risk.

5. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to enhance user experience and analytics.
You can disable cookies, but some features may not work.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for users under 18.

7. Your Rights

You may request access, updates, or deletion of your data.
Contact us at: support@shacked.com

8. Third-Party Services

We integrate with external providers (Stripe, Google Maps, Firebase).
Their privacy practices apply separately.

9. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use means acceptance.