FrikFan

1. Introduction

FrikFan ("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

2.1 Information You Provide

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

Account registration information (name, email address, password)
Profile information (display name, bio, photos, role)
Payment information (processed through secure third-party processors)
Messages and communications sent through the Service
Content you post, including forum posts, reviews, and comments

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use the Service:

Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
Location data (if you enable location services)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
Process transactions and send related information
Send you technical notices and support messages
Respond to your comments and questions
Monitor and analyze trends and usage
Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
Personalize your experience
Send you marketing communications (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

With other users: Your profile information and public content are visible to other users of the Service
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
With your consent: We may share information for any other purpose with your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security 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 personal information through your account settings
Delete your account and associated data
Opt-out of marketing communications
Request a copy of your personal data
Object to certain processing of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the Service or your account settings.

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. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

12. 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the Service or at the contact information provided in your account settings.