3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Platform Functionality

• Provide and maintain the Build Tracker service
• Create and manage your account
• Enable you to share and discover projects
• Facilitate communication between users
• Personalize your experience

3.2 Communication

• Send you service-related notifications
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Send updates about new features or changes
• Send promotional communications (with your consent)

3.3 Safety and Security

• Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect the rights and safety of our users

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 Public Information

• Your profile information and project content are public by default
• Other users can see your projects, comments, and public activity
• Search engines may index your public content

4.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who:

• Help us operate and maintain the platform
• Provide analytics and measurement services
• Assist with customer support
• Process payments (if applicable)

5. Your Privacy Controls

5.1 Account Settings

• Update your profile and account information
• Control email notification preferences
• Delete your account and associated data

5.2 Content Control

• Edit or delete your project content
• Control who can comment on your projects
• Report inappropriate content

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage practices

7. Cookies and Tracking

Types of Cookies

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic platform functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us analyze usage and improve performance
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

8. Children's Privacy

• Our service is intended for users 13 years and older
• We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13
• If we discover we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access and Control

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Receive a copy of your data in a portable format

California Residents (CCPA)

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time
• We will notify users of material changes
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated policy

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices: