Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 25, 2025

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use our platform, we may collect:

• Username and email address
• Profile information and preferences
• Account settings and preferences
• Communication preferences

1.2 Content Information

When you upload content, we collect:

• Content files (music, videos, visuals)
• Content metadata (titles, descriptions, tags)
• Creator information and attribution
• Upload timestamps and file information

1.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect:

• Voting activity and preferences
• Platform interaction data
• Content viewing patterns
• Technical usage statistics

1.4 Technical Information

We may collect:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information and operating system
• Cookies and similar technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Platform Functionality

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our platform services
• Process content uploads and manage contests
• Facilitate voting and community engagement
• Manage user accounts and preferences

2.2 Communication

We may use your contact information to:

• Send important platform updates
• Notify you about contest activities
• Respond to support requests
• Send security and account notifications

2.3 Platform Improvement

We use aggregated data to:

• Improve platform functionality
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Develop new features and services
• Optimize user experience

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 Public Information

The following information is publicly visible:

• Your username and profile information
• Content you upload (music, videos, visuals)
• Voting activity and contest participation
• Public comments and interactions

3.2 Private Information

We do not share your private information with third parties, except:

• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights and safety
• With your explicit consent
• For essential platform operations

3.3 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers who:

• Host our platform infrastructure
• Provide technical support and maintenance
• Process payments (when applicable)
• Help with platform analytics

4. Data Security

4.1 Protection Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Employee training on data protection

4.2 Data Breach Response

In the event of a data breach, we will:

• Notify affected users promptly
• Take immediate steps to contain the breach
• Investigate the cause and implement fixes
• Comply with applicable breach notification laws

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data in a portable format

5.2 Communication Preferences

You can control:

• Email notification settings
• Marketing communications (if applicable)
• Platform update notifications
• Contest and activity alerts

5.3 Content Management

You can:

• Edit or remove your uploaded content
• Control who can see your content
• Delete your voting history
• Manage your contest participation

6. Data Retention

6.1 Retention Periods

We retain your information for:

• Account information: While your account is active
• Uploaded content: Until you delete it or close your account
• Voting data: For contest integrity and analytics
• Technical logs: For security and troubleshooting

6.2 Data Deletion

When you delete your account:

• Your personal information is removed
• Uploaded content is deleted
• Voting history is anonymized
• Account access is permanently disabled

7. Cookies and Tracking

7.1 Cookie Usage

We use cookies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences
• Improve platform performance
• Analyze usage patterns

7.2 Cookie Control

You can control cookies through:

• Your browser settings
• Platform privacy settings
• Opt-out mechanisms we provide
• Third-party cookie controls

8. International Data Transfers

UrVote.Rocks may transfer your information to servers located in different countries. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

9. Children's Privacy

UrVote.Rocks is not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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 immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our platform and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the platform after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@urvote.rocks
• Website: https://urvote.rocks
• Support: support@urvote.rocks