WorthySpot ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our social platform for sharing photos, voting, and earning rewards (the "Service"). Please read this policy carefully.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you sign up through a social login provider (Google, Apple, Facebook, or X), we receive your name, email address, and profile picture from the provider
• Profile Data: Username, bio, profile photo, and any other information you choose to add to your profile
• User Content: Photos, images, captions, and comments you upload or share on the platform
• Voting Data: Your votes and interactions with other users' content

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and browser type
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, and the referring URL
• Usage Data: Features used, actions taken, time spent on the platform, and interaction patterns
• Location Data: Approximate location derived from your IP address (we do not collect precise GPS location unless you explicitly grant permission)

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To create, maintain, and secure your account
• To provide and improve the Service
• To facilitate photo sharing, voting, and reward distribution
• To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content
• To communicate with you about updates, promotions, and support
• To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues
• To analyze usage patterns and improve platform performance
• To comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

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

• With Other Users: Your profile information, photos, and voting activity are visible to other users as part of the Service's social features
• Service Providers: We share information with third-party vendors who help us operate the Service (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, payment processing)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or other legal process
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred
• With Your Consent: We may share information for other purposes with your explicit consent

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes. Aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify you may be retained indefinitely.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request a portable copy of your data in a commonly used format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes
• Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@worthyspot.com.

7. International Data Transfers

WorthySpot is a global service. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including standard contractual clauses and other legally recognized mechanisms.

8. Children's Privacy

WorthySpot is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. 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 WorthySpot.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the Service after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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