Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and handle your personal information when you use our service. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (profile picture, bio, preferences)
• Content you create, upload, or share through the service
• Communications with us (support requests, feedback)

2.2 Information from Third-Party Authentication

When you authenticate using third-party services (Google, Apple), we may receive:

• Your name and email address from your third-party account
• Profile picture (if available and permitted)
• Unique identifier from the third-party service

We only collect information that you authorize the third-party service to share with us. We do not have access to your third-party account credentials.

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you access or use our service, we automatically collect certain information:

• Device information (device type, operating system, browser type)
• Log information (IP address, access times, pages viewed)
• Usage information (features used, actions taken)
• Location information (approximate location based on IP address)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our service
• Create and manage your account
• Authenticate your identity and prevent fraud
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Communicate with you about products, services, and events
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, investigate, and prevent security incidents and fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your consent: We may share your information when you give us explicit permission
• Service providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, customer support)
• Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Protection of rights: To protect the rights, property, and safety of our company, users, or others

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide you with our service and as described in this Privacy Policy. We will also retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe.

6. 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, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
• Objection: Object to our processing of your personal information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing of your information
• Withdraw consent: Withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on consent

You can exercise these rights through your account settings or by contacting us directly.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information about your use of our service. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our service.

9. Third-Party Services

Our service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our service.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. We will take appropriate measures to ensure your information receives an adequate level of protection.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). This includes the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of your information (we do not sell personal information).

13. European Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This includes the rights described in Section 7 above. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

14. 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through the contact information provided on our service.