Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 12, 2026

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account information: username, display name, email address, and password when you register
  • Profile information: bio, location, website, gender, interests, avatar, and cover image
  • Content: posts, comments, messages, and other content you create
  • Customization: theme colors, layout preferences, and widget configurations

Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage data: pages visited, features used, and interactions with other users
  • Device information: browser type, operating system, and IP address
  • Cookies: session cookies to keep you logged in and remember your preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
  • Create and manage your account
  • Display your customized profile to other users
  • Enable social features like messaging, friend connections, and groups
  • Send notifications about activity relevant to you
  • Protect against abuse, fraud, and security threats

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. Your information may be shared in the following ways:

  • Public profile: your display name, avatar, bio, and public posts are visible to other users
  • Friends-only content: content marked as "friends only" is visible only to your friends
  • Private messages: messages are only visible to conversation participants
  • Legal requirements: we may disclose information if required by law

4. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Passwords are hashed using bcrypt and never stored in plain text
  • CSRF protection on all forms and API requests
  • HTTPS encryption for all data in transit
  • Prepared database statements to prevent injection attacks

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information through your Settings
  • Delete your posts and content
  • Control the visibility of your posts (public, friends-only, or private)
  • Block other users from interacting with you
  • Request deletion of your account

6. Cookies

We use essential session cookies to keep you logged in and maintain your preferences. We do not use third-party tracking cookies or advertising cookies.

7. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes through the Platform.

9. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our Help Center.