Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Profile information including avatar and username
• Authentication data from Google OAuth
• Comments, replies, and content you post
• Media files you upload (images, GIFs)

1.2 Usage Information

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Voting activity (likes, dislikes)
• Share interactions and analytics

1.3 Cookies and Tracking

• Session cookies for authentication
• Analytics cookies to understand usage patterns
• Preference cookies to remember your settings

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and maintain our services
• Process and display your comments and discussions
• Enable user authentication and account management
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Send important service updates and notifications
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Public Content: Comments and discussions you post are publicly visible
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our platform
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

4. 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 is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights and Choices

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Cookie Preferences: Manage cookie settings in your browser

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where retention is required by law.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. 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. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: