Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 18, 2026
Somnia ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you use our website and services.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Email address when you join our waitlist
- Profile information you provide when you create an account (name, school, housing preferences, lifestyle habits)
- Communications you send us (e.g., feedback, support requests)
We also automatically collect certain information when you use our services, including device type, browser type, pages visited, and general location data (city/region level only).
How We Use Your Information
- To send you product updates, launch announcements, and waitlist notifications
- To match you with compatible roommates based on your preferences
- To improve and personalize your experience
- To respond to your comments and questions
- To monitor and analyze usage trends
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service providers who help us operate the platform (e.g., email delivery, analytics)
- Other users, only the profile information you choose to share for matching purposes
- Law enforcement or regulatory bodies if required by law
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
Cookies
We use essential cookies to operate our site. We may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with the site. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Children's Privacy
Somnia is intended for college students and requires users to be at least 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out at nkmar@bu.edu.