Privacy Policy for CircleUp

Effective Date: May 14, 2026

At Circle Up (https://circleup.xyz), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

1. Information We Collect
   When you create an account, we collect:

• Your name, username, and email address
• Profile information (photo, bio, cover image)
• Content you share: posts, comments, photos, videos (rtMedia)
• Activity logs, likes, and connections
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies

2. How We Use Your Information

• To create and manage your account
• To show your activity feed and enable community interaction
• To provide support and improve our platform
• To ensure security and prevent spam/abuse
• To communicate with you about updates

3. Cookies
   We use cookies to keep you logged in, remember preferences, and analyze traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.
4. Data Sharing
   We do NOT sell your personal data. We may share data only with:

• Service providers (hosting, email delivery)
• Law enforcement if required by law
• With your consent

5. Data Retention
   We keep your data as long as your account is active. You can delete your account from Settings > Delete Account. After deletion, your public posts may remain as “Deleted User” for community integrity.
6. Your Rights
   You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal data
• Download your data
• Request account deletion
• Opt-out of marketing emails

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@circleup.xyz

7. Third-Party Links
   Our platform may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
8. Children’s Privacy
   CircleUp is not for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
   We may update this policy. We will notify you via email or a notice on our site.
10. Contact Us
    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
    Email: support@circleup.xyz
    Website: https://circleup.xyz/support