Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 24, 2025

Last Updated: May 24, 2025

Welcome to ("we", "our", or "us"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you access or use our website, mobile app, and related services (collectively, the "Platform").

By using , you consent to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

  • Account Details: Name, email, password, city, profile photo, and biography.
  • Profile Information: Skills, creative interests, social media links (e.g. Instagram).
  • Linked Accounts: If you choose to connect your Instagram account via Meta API, we may collect your public profile, media, and account ID with your permission.
  • User-Generated Content: Messages, media uploads, collaborations, and interactions with other users.

b. Information We Collect Automatically

  • Device & Usage Data: IP address, device type, browser type, OS, page views, clicks.
  • Cookies & Tracking Tools: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, personalize content, and analyze usage patterns.

c. Analytics

We use Google Analytics to track user engagement, behavior, and performance metrics. This data helps us improve the Platform but does not personally identify individual users.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and maintain your account.
  • Connect you with other creators based on interests and skills.
  • Display public profiles, links, and shared content.
  • Authenticate and link your Instagram profile via Meta API (with permission).
  • Analyze usage via Google Analytics to improve app performance and experience.
  • Send relevant notifications, updates, and support messages.
  • Prevent fraud and ensure platform security.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data:

  • With other users, based on your privacy preferences.
  • With third-party providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, cloud storage, Meta API) under strict confidentiality.
  • As required by law or to enforce our Terms and protect rights, property, and safety.

4. Instagram Integration (Meta API)

When you connect your Instagram account to :

  • We use the Meta Graph API to access data you've explicitly granted (e.g. username, media, followers).
  • You control permissions via your Instagram account settings.
  • You can revoke access at any time from your Instagram settings or within .
  • We comply with Meta's Platform Terms and ensure your data is securely stored and used only for features that enhance your experience.

5. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal data.
  • Withdraw consent or disconnect Instagram integration.
  • Opt out of non-essential cookies and analytics.

You can exercise most of these rights via your account settings or by contacting us directly.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide our services. Upon deletion of your account, your data will be permanently removed, except as required for legal obligations.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard safeguards, encryption, and access controls to protect your personal data. However, no online system is completely secure.

8. Children's Privacy

is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Platform may link to third-party services, including:

  • Google Analytics
  • Meta/Instagram

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them:

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes via email or in-app notice.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your data:

  • 📧 Email: project.cloav@gmail.com