Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Mentto ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mentorship platform.

By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name, email address, and contact information
• Educational background and academic interests
• Career goals and aspirations
• Profile pictures and biographical information
• Calendar availability and scheduling preferences
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our platform:

• Device information and IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on our platform
• Interactions with mentors and other users
• Communication logs and session recordings (with consent)

2.3 Google Sign-In and Calendar Permissions

If you choose to sign in with Google and/or sync your Google Calendar, we request access only to provide scheduling features and improve your experience. Specifically, we may request the following permissions:

• View and edit events on all of your calendars
• See, edit, share, and permanently delete all the calendars that you can access using Google Calendar

We use these permissions solely to help you schedule, reschedule, and manage mentorship sessions, avoid conflicts, and reflect your availability accurately. We do not use your Google data for advertising. We do not create, modify, or delete calendars or events without your explicit action within the product. You can disconnect Google access at any time from your account settings.

Data Deletion: To delete your Google Calendar data from our systems, you can disconnect your Google account in your account settings or contact us at contact@mentto.in to request complete data deletion.

Our use of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our mentorship services
• To match you with suitable mentors or mentees
• To facilitate communication and scheduling
• To process payments and manage subscriptions
• To improve our platform and develop new features
• To send important updates and notifications
• To ensure platform safety and prevent abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With your matched mentors or mentees (as necessary for the service)
• With service providers who assist us in operating our platform
• When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
• With your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access to your personal information
• Correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion of your personal information
• Restriction of processing
• Data portability
• Objection to processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@mentto.in

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. 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 "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: