Scratch Skating Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 8, 2025 - Last updated: April 8, 2025
Welcome to Scratch Skating! Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how Scratch Skating LLC ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, stores, and shares your information when you use our platform.
By using the Scratch Skating platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please refrain from using the platform.
1. Information We Collect
Information you Provide Directly
Account Information: When you sign up, we collect your name, email address, username, and any other details you provide during registration.
Content You Create: Posts, comments, images, videos, and other content you upload to the platform.
Payment Information: If you make purchases through Stripe, we do not store your full payment details. Stripe processes payments on our behalf, and you should review their privacy policy for more information.
Feedback: Any feedback, bug reports, or suggestions you submit.
Information We Collect Automatically
Usage Data: Details about how you use the platform, including interactions with posts and comments.
Device Information: Information about your device, such as device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address.
Location Data: Approximate geolocation data derived from your IP address, if enabled.
Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, such as remembering your preferences and tracking usage patterns.
2.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To create and manage your account.
To allow you to create posts, interact with other users, and customize your profile.
To provide personalized content and advertisements through Google AdSense.
To monitor user activity and enforce our Terms of Service.
To communicate with you regarding updates, announcements, and support inquiries.
To improve the platform through data analysis and user feedback.
3.
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers, such as payment processors (Stripe) and analytics providers.
With Other Users: Content you create may be visible to other users on the platform.
For Legal Compliance: In response to legal requests or to comply with applicable laws.
To Protect Rights and Safety: If necessary to investigate or prevent illegal activities or violations of our policies.
Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
With Your Consent: If you give explicit consent to share your information.
4. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including:
Account Data: Retained while your account is active.
With Other Users: Content you create may be visible to other users on the platform.
Content You Create: Retained unless deleted by you.
Payment Information: Managed by Stripe according to their policies.
Usage Data: May be anonymized and retained for analytical purposes.
5. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
SSL encryption for data transmission.
Encrypted password storage.
Access controls to limit access to personal data.
Regular security reviews and updates.
However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
6.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Access and review your personal data.
Request deletion of your personal data.
Opt out of non-essential communications.
Restrict or object to data processing under certain circumstances.
Withdraw consent where applicable.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@scratchskating.com.
7. Third-Party Services
We may integrate third-party services, such as Google AdSense and Stripe. These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review:
8.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through the app or via email. The latest version will always be available on our website.
By continuing to use the app after updates are posted, you consent to the revised Privacy Policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@scratchskating.com.