Your data deserves care and clarity.

This Privacy Policy explains how ReadMyStudent collects, uses, and protects personal information. Our goal is to be transparent, respectful, and consent-first.

Last updated: 01/02/2026

1. Who we are

ReadMyStudent is a platform designed to help students request, faculty write, and institutions securely view recommendation letters using consent-based, single-use access links.

2. Information we collect

Account information: name, email address, role (student, faculty, viewer)
Usage data: timestamps, link creation events, submission status, and access logs
Communications: messages sent through our contact form

3. Recommendation letters

Recommendation letters are sensitive documents. We do not ask for or accept recommendation letter content via email or support messages. Letters submitted through the platform are handled using controlled access mechanisms and are only shared based on explicit consent.

4. How we use information

We use collected information to:

Provide and operate the platform
Generate and enforce single-use access links
Maintain audit trails for security and integrity
Respond to support or contact inquiries
Improve reliability and user experience

5. Consent and access control

Students control when and where recommendation links are generated. Faculty control the content they submit. Viewers can only access letters through student-approved links. Links are single-use and expire after submission.

6. Data sharing

We do not sell personal data. Information is only shared:

With authorized viewers through student-approved links
When required to comply with applicable laws
With trusted infrastructure providers necessary to operate the service

7. Data retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to operate the platform, meet legal obligations, and preserve auditability. Retention periods may vary based on account role and usage.

8. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information. No system is perfectly secure, but we design the platform to minimize exposure and prevent unauthorized reuse.

9. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal data. Requests can be made through our contact page.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If changes are material, we will provide appropriate notice within the platform.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or data protection, please contact us through the contact page.