Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

PublicPick ("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 service.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account information (username, email address, password)
• Profile information (bio, profile picture, preferences)
• Content you create (picks, collections, comments, ratings)
• Communications with us (support requests, feedback)

We also automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

• Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
• Device information (browser type, operating system, IP address)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process your transactions and send related information
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• Personalize your experience and deliver relevant content

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Public Content: Content you post publicly (picks, collections, profile information) is visible to other users
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities
• Business Transfers: Information may be transferred in connection with a merger, sale, or other business transaction

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your account information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt out of certain communications from us
• Control cookie settings through your browser

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected] .