Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

At Phly, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our platform. By accessing or using Phly, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue using the platform.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

a. Information You Provide:

Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, username, password, date of birth, and any other details you provide.
Profile Information: Any content you upload or share, such as profile pictures, bio, posts, comments, and messages.
Feedback and Support Requests: Information you provide when contacting customer support.

b. Automatically Collected Information:

Device Information: Details about the device you use to access Phly, such as hardware model, operating system, and browser type.
Usage Information: Data about your interactions with the platform, including the features you use, the content you view, and the time you spend on the platform.
Location Information: Approximate location data based on your IP address or device settings.

c. Information from Third Parties:

We may receive information from third-party services you link to Phly, such as social media accounts or external authentication providers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide, personalize, and improve the Phly platform.
Facilitate communication and connections between users.
Send you updates, notifications, and promotional messages (you can opt out at any time).
Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activity.
Ensure compliance with our Terms of Use and other policies.

3. How We Share Your Information

We value your privacy and will not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Other Users: Any content you choose to make public, such as posts and comments, will be visible to other users.
With Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate and improve the platform (e.g., hosting services, analytics providers).
For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or to protect the safety and rights of our users and platform.
During Business Transfers: If Phly is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that process.

4. Your Privacy Choices

You have control over your data:

Access and Update Information: You can review and edit your account details through your profile settings.
Delete Your Account: You can delete your account at any time. Upon deletion, we will remove your personal information, except as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
Manage Preferences: Adjust privacy settings for content visibility, notifications, and data sharing through your account settings.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

6. Children's Privacy

Phly is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that a child under 13 has provided us with information, we will delete it immediately.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Phly uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. International Data Transfers

By using Phly, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside your own, where data protection laws may differ.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it regularly.