Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Account Information: Name, email address, profile image, and bio you provide during registration.
- Content: Stories, comments, and other content you publish on the Platform.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, interactions, and device/browser information.
- Authentication Data: Login credentials (stored securely) and session tokens.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain the Platform services.
- To personalise your experience and deliver relevant content.
- To communicate with you about your account, updates, and notifications.
- To moderate content and enforce our Community Guidelines.
- To improve the Platform through analytics and usage patterns.
- To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security issues.
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in these circumstances:
- With your consent or at your direction.
- With service providers who assist in operating the Platform (hosting, analytics).
- When required by law or to protect the rights and safety of WebSQ and its users.
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you).
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encrypted transmission (HTTPS), secure password hashing, and access controls. However, no method of electronic transmission is 100% secure.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where we are legally required to retain it.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or correct your personal information.
- Request deletion of your account and data.
- Opt out of non-essential communications.
- Export your data in a portable format.
7. Cookies
We use cookies to maintain your session and remember your preferences. For full details, see our Cookie Policy.
8. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a notice on the Platform.
