Overview
LibVerse ("we", "us", or "our") operates a modern academic community platform that connects students, faculty, and library resources into one seamless digital experience. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through the LibVerse iOS application, how we use it, and what rights you have over your data.
By using LibVerse, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We are committed to protecting your personal data and being fully transparent about our practices.
Information We Collect
We collect only the minimum information necessary to provide library services, academic community features, and a personalised experience. Here is a breakdown of what we collect and why:
Account Information
When you create a LibVerse account, we collect:
Notification Preferences
User-Generated Content
No automatic device data collection. LibVerse does not automatically harvest your device model, OS version, IP address, or usage analytics beyond what is strictly necessary to operate the service.
What We Do Not Collect
We believe in data minimalism. The following data types are never collected by LibVerse under any circumstances:
- Biometric data (fingerprints, facial recognition, voice data)
- Financial or payment information of any kind
- Real-time or background location data (GPS tracking)
- Contacts, calendar, or any other on-device personal data
- Background surveillance or microphone / camera access outside of optional profile photo upload
- Browsing history or data from other apps on your device
- Government-issued IDs or sensitive identification numbers
- Racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, or health data
How We Use Your Data
Every piece of data we collect serves a specific, clearly defined purpose. We do not sell your data or use it for advertising profiling.
Third-Party Services
LibVerse integrates with a small number of trusted third-party services that are essential for core functionality. We do not share your data with any other third parties.
| Service | Provider | Purpose | Data Shared | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supabase | Supabase Inc. | Authentication, database, realtime subscriptions | Name, email, hashed password, notification tokens, user content | Cloud Storage |
| Koha ILS | Koha Community | Library catalog integration — real-time book availability | Book queries only (no personal data sent) | Read Only |
| Google Cloud Platform | Google LLC | Hosting the backend Node.js sync service between Koha & Supabase | Anonymised API requests (no personal data stored) | Transit Only |
Each provider is bound by their own privacy policies and applicable data protection laws. Supabase Privacy Policy · Google Privacy Policy.
Data Storage & Security
Where Your Data Lives
All user data is stored on Supabase, a secure, SOC 2-compliant cloud infrastructure with encryption at rest and in transit.
Your Rights
You are in control of your data. LibVerse respects your rights under applicable privacy laws. You may exercise the following rights at any time:
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email below. We will respond to verified requests within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
LibVerse is designed for use by university students, faculty, and library staff. The platform is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, please contact us immediately and we will take prompt steps to remove that information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we do:
- The Effective Date at the top of this policy will be updated.
- For significant changes, we will notify you via a push notification or in-app notice.
- For minor changes, we will post the updated policy at this URL without further notice.
- Continued use of LibVerse after an update constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out — we're committed to responding promptly and transparently.
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 business days.