1. Information We Collect

When you use Votely, we collect the following information:

• Account Information: Username, email address, name, and profile picture
• Content: Posts, videos, photos, comments, and votes you submit
• Usage Data: How you interact with the platform, including views, clicks, and engagement
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, and device identifiers

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve the Votely platform
• Show you personalized content and recommendations
• Enable voting, commenting, and social features
• Send you notifications about activity on your posts
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Communicate important updates about the service

3. Information Sharing

Your profile information and posts are publicly visible to all Votely users. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

We may share information with service providers who help us operate the platform, and when required by law or to protect our rights.

4. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and download your data
• Update or delete your account information
• Control who can follow you and see your content
• Opt out of promotional emails

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption and secure servers. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Children's Privacy

Votely is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We'll notify you of significant changes by email or through the platform.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@votely.com