Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and email address
• Profile information (bio, picture, interests, skills)
• Content you post (posts, comments, messages)
• Activity data (check-ins, event attendance, points)
• Communication preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
• Connect you with other community members
• Send you notifications and updates
• Track engagement and award points
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information:

• With other community members according to your privacy settings
• With your consent or at your direction
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect the rights and safety of our users and the Platform

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Your Privacy Controls

You can control your privacy through:

• Profile visibility settings (public, members only, private)
• Post visibility settings (public, members only)
• Messaging preferences (allow/disable messages)
• Notification preferences for different types of updates
• Blocking other users

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. 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 account at any time by contacting us.

7. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and analyze Platform usage to improve our services.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Object to processing of your information
• Export your data

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through the Platform's admin team.