1. Information We Collect
- Personal information you provide when creating an account
- Stories and content you choose to share
- Usage data to improve our services
- Communication preferences
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain our platform
- To notify you about changes to our service
- To provide customer support
- To gather analysis or valuable information to improve our service
- To respect and implement cultural protocols
3. Cultural Sensitivity & Consent
We are committed to respecting cultural protocols and sensitivities:
- Stories marked as culturally sensitive require appropriate permissions
- Elder approval processes are respected and enforced
- Community-specific privacy settings are available
- Cultural protocols override general privacy settings when applicable
4. Data Storage & Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. Your stories are stored securely and are only accessible according to the privacy settings you choose.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. Information is shared only:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect and defend our rights or property
- According to the visibility settings you choose for your stories
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Control the visibility of your stories
- Withdraw consent at any time
7. Children's Privacy
Our platform requires parental consent for users under 18. Stories involving minors require additional privacy protections and approvals.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@empathyledger.org
Or through our platform's contact form