Privacy Policy for GoodDeeds

GoodDeeds.space ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services (collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

   We collect the following types of information:

   • Information You Provide Directly:
     • Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide, like your profile picture and bio.
     • User Content: Any content you post, upload, share, or otherwise make available on the Service, including kudos, messages, blog posts, group content, emojis, attachments, and online gift certificates.
     • Imported Data: If you choose to import data from other platforms (e.g., LinkedIn), we collect the information you authorize us to access.
     • Communication Data: If you contact us for support, we collect your email address and the content of your communications.
     • Campaign Data: Information related to any social campaigns you create or participate in.
   • Information We Collect Automatically:
     • Usage Data: We collect data about how you use the Service, including the pages you visit, the features you use, and the actions you take.
     • Device Data: We collect data about the device you use to access the Service, such as the device type, operating system, and browser information.
     • Log Data: We collect log information, such as IP addresses, access times, and referring website addresses.
     • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to collect usage data and enhance your user experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
   • Trust Score Information:
     • When you provide Trust scores to others, your identity remains anonymous to the recipient and to other users.
     • We aggregate Trust scores before they are made available to recipients; only an aggregated Trust score becomes available when at least 5 different users have provided the score.
2. How We Use Your Information

   We use your information for the following purposes:

   • Providing and Maintaining the Service: To operate, maintain, and improve the Service, and to provide you with the features you request.
   • Personalization: To personalize your experience, such as recommending content or displaying relevant information.
   • Communication: To communicate with you about your account, the Service, updates, and support inquiries.
   • Kudos & Sharing: To allow you to give kudos, share stories, and participate in groups and campaigns.
   • Trust Score: To allow users to evaluate each other and aggregate Trust Scores to provide reputation information.
   • Social Sharing: To allow you to share your GoodDeeds.space activity on integrated social media platforms.
   • Research & Analysis: To analyze usage patterns and improve the Service's performance and functionality.
   • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests.
   • Security: To protect the security of the Service and our users, including detecting fraud and abuse.
3. How We Share Your Information

   We may share your information in the following circumstances:

   • Public Content: Any User Content you post publicly (e.g., blog posts, kudos, group posts) will be visible to other users of the Service.

   • Social Sharing: When you choose to share your activity on integrated social media platforms.

   • Trust Scores: Aggregated Trust scores will be visible to recipients when at least 5 different users have provided a score.

   • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with functions such as hosting, data analysis, customer support, and payment processing. These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

   • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to legal requests, or enforce our Terms of Service.

   • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

   • Anonymized Data: We may share aggregated or anonymized information that does not personally identify you with third parties for various purposes.

   • With Your Consent: We may share your information with your consent or as otherwise disclosed at the time of collection.

4. Data Security

   We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Choices

   • Account Information: You can review and update your account information at any time through your account settings.

   • User Content: You have control over the content you post on the Service. You can edit or delete your User Content.

   • Communications: You can manage your communication preferences in your account settings.

   • Cookies: You can control cookies through your browser settings.

   • Data Access and Deletion: You can request access to or deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations.

6. Data Retention

   We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. We may also retain anonymized data.

7. Children's Privacy

   The Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

8. International Data Transfers

   Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country. We take steps to ensure that your information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

   We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We will post the updated Privacy Policy on the Service, and your continued use of the Service after the update will constitute your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

10. Contact Us

    If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: admin@gooddeeds.space