Effective Date: January 5th 2025

At Social Secret, we prioritize your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our platform.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide:

• Account Details: Name, email address, and other information you provide during registration.
• Profile Content: Photos, descriptions, and other data you upload to create your listings.
• Payment Information: For premium features or services, payment details are securely processed by third-party providers.

b. Automatically Collected Information:

• Device and Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited on our platform.
• Cookies and Tracking: Small files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience and analyze platform usage.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our services.
• Facilitate secure transactions and communication.
• Personalize your experience by tailoring content and recommendations.
• Send updates, notifications, and promotional materials (with your consent).
• Monitor and enforce compliance with our Content Guidelines and terms of service.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We implement robust security measures, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission and storage.
• Regular audits to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
• Limited access to your data, restricted to authorized personnel only.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Your information may be shared only in the following cases:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly allow us to share your data.
• Service Providers: Trusted third parties that assist with payment processing, analytics, or customer support.
• Legal Obligations: When required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of our users and platform.

5. Your Choices and Rights

You have control over your data, including the right to:

• Access and Update: View and edit your personal information in your account settings.
• Delete Your Account: Permanently remove your account and associated data.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from promotional emails or adjust cookie preferences.

To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@socialsecret.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations. Once your data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Social Secret uses cookies to:

• Enhance site functionality and improve user experience.
• Analyze platform performance and usage trends.
  You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Third-Party Links

Our platform may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated to you via email or platform notifications.

10. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about your privacy, reach out to us at:
Email: privacy@socialsecret.com

By using Social Secret, you agree to this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting us with your privacy.